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Academic Tutor Los Padrinos Youth Probation Center (Downey, CA)

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Thrive Academics

Downey, CA (In Person)

$98,800 Salary, Part-Time

Posted 5 weeks ago (Updated 4 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 5/28/2026

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Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Tutor to provide in-person academic support to students at the Youth Probation Center in Downey, California. This role offers approximately 20 hours per week Monday-Friday; 8:00-12:00pm, working with secondary school students (grades 8-12) in a small group or one-on-one settings. Tutors will guide students through their targeted Math and ELA sessions, helping them improve comprehension and build essential academic skills while also influencing positive character, choices and good learning habits. Key Responsibilities Provide structured, small-group or one-on-one academic support in Math and English Language Arts. Assist students with homework, study preparation, and comprehension across various subjects (including occasional Science or History). Model effective problem-solving and learning strategies to promote independent learning. Adapt support to each student's academic level and needs in a drop-in tutoring environment. Collaborate with fellow tutors during overlapping shifts to coordinate coverage and maintain session continuity. Report accurate and organized attendance and progress records for each student daily. Communicate regularly via (phone call, email, text) with Program Coordinators and Thrive Academics staff to provide updates, flag concerns, and ensure consistent program quality. Participate in required compliance and facility training prior to assignment (LiveScan, TB Test, Mandated Reporter, PREA).
Position Requirements Communication :
Must be able to collaborate via phone call, email, etc., to complete expected job requirements.
Education :
60 or more completed college credits (or currently enrolled in college/university).
Experience :
Prior experience as a tutor or experience working with at-risk youth
Skills :
Comfortable working with youth in a classroom or structured setting.
Clearances :
Ability to pass an FBI-DOJ LiveScan background check (approx. $60-$70). Submit negative TB test results (valid within 4 years). Complete Child Abuse Mandated Reporter (CAMR) training. Complete PREA Training (Prison Rape Elimination Act).
Additional:
Reliable transportation. Proficient in Advanced Math and English, Language Arts is a PLUS! A technology device that will support job requirements (Computer/Laptop/Tablet) Ideal Candidate Attributes Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a PLUS. Punctual, reliable, and dedicated to student success. Demonstrated expertise in supporting secondary school-level academics. Maintain confidentiality with student Personal Identifiable Information (PII)
Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
$25.00 per hour Application Question(s): Can you tutor up to Algebra 2? Do you have a current TB test (less than 4 years old)? Do you have at least 60 completed college credits? Can you commit to a schedule of Monday-Friday, 8:00am-12:00pm?
Work Location:
In person

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