West Valley
- Sistema Homework Mentor Hot Job West Valley 2
- West Valley City, UT 84120
Apply Apply Description School Year:
2026
Location:
West Valley City, UT Job Summary:
We are looking for a dynamic individual who is passionate about teaching to support our after-school program. Sistema Utah partners with American Preparatory Academy to provide free music and homework assistance classes to under-resourced students. Patterned after the El Sistema movement that originated in Venezuela, the program seeks to empower students through education, music, and academic support
Duties & Responsibilities:
The position includes but is not limited to the following list of representative duties: Mentor elementary students in grades 2-6 with homework and academic support in most subjects Provide assistance in an after-school classroom setting Support students during three daily instructional periods, each approximately 40 minutes in duration Provide guidance with effective study skills and techniques Participate in required training prior to beginning the position Maintain a safe, supportive, and positive learning environment Other duties as assigned
Schedule:
Expected hours are up to 20 hours per week from August
- May Typical part-time schedule is Monday, Tuesday, and Friday, 3:15 pm
- 7:00 pm; Wednesday and Thursday, 2:15 pm
- 6:00 pm (schedule may vary by approximately 15 minutes based on campus needs)
Pay:
$14.00
00 per hour depending on experience
Benefits:
School and Summer breaks off Professional development and training opportunities
Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Energetic, enthusiastic and committed to student success Ability to accept constructive criticism and make necessary adjustments Able to work well in a teamwork environment Proficiency in writing, mathematics, and Google applications including Docs, Sheets, and Forms Effective verbal and written communication skills Ability to demonstrate patience and work effectively with elementary students Ability to support students with a variety of academic needs Strong reliability and punctuality Effective study skills and ability to teach or reinforce study techniques Bilingual (Spanish) skills are preferred but not required
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent required Experience working with elementary-aged students or providing academic support is preferred Share job details to