Components of a Tutor Job Description for a School District

Purpose: A district needs a defined job description to find and hire tutors who fit the district’s priorities and principles. A well-crafted job description provides candidates with clarity on the knowledge and responsibilities of the role before applying. Use the checklist and examples below to create a compelling district-aligned job description.

Components of a Job Description
Job Title
  • Use simple and descriptive titles like "Early Literacy Tutor" or "Math Intervention Specialist."
  • Don’t use creative or vague titles that won’t appear in search results.
  • Add additional details such as grade levels (e.g., "K-2 Literacy Tutor") or focus areas (e.g., "STEM Tutor").
Position Summary 
  • Start with a concise, engaging one-paragraph summary of the role.
  • Highlight core duties (e.g., "You will work with small groups of students to improve foundational reading skills.")
  • Emphasize the impact of the role on student outcomes.
Program Overview
  • Briefly describe the tutoring program to provide applicants with context.
  • Include program focus, aligned district programs (e.g., MTSS, RTI), and student populations served.
Key Responsibilities
  • Be specific by using actionable verbs (e.g., "provide," "assess," "collaborate").
  • Examples: Use data to drive instruction for small groups or individual students. / Assess and monitor student progress using formative assessments. / Collaborate with classroom teachers and coaches to adapt instructional strategies.
  • Include a general responsibility like "perform other duties as assigned" to cover unanticipated tasks.
Qualifications
  • Eligibility: Define minimum requirements, such as education level or work authorization.
  • Skills & Experience:
    • Specify required skills, such as strong communication skills, experience working with children, and commitment to equity.
    • Required: Demonstrated experience working in marginalized communities of color or experience working with diverse learners.
    • Delineate preferred skills, such as knowledge of tiered literacy interventions or experience in diverse classroom settings.
  • Mindsets: Highlight values such as patience, adaptability, and belief in all students' potential to learn.
Compensation and Benefits
  • Pay: State the hourly rate, stipend, or salary ranges (e.g., "$22–$32/hour").
  • Benefits:
    • Health: Specify relevant health benefits such as insurance, sick leave, and wellness programs.
    • Professional Development: Include training and certification opportunities.
    • Perks: Highlight appealing extras like student loan forbearance or classroom resources.
Work Environment
  • Location: Indicate where the tutor will work.
  • Schedule: Specify expected working hours.
  • Physical Requirements: Outline job-related physical demands.
  • Collaborative Setting: Highlight opportunities for teamwork.
Equal Opportunity Statement
  • Include a statement that the district is an equal opportunity employer
  • Example: “Our district is an equal-opportunity employer. Candidates of all backgrounds are invited to apply.”
How to Apply
  • Describe the application process.
  • List any necessary documents for application.
  • Specify application deadline dates.