Job Application for Remote Math Tutor (Federal Work-Study at MIT) at Saga Education (Federal Work Study)

This is a federal work-study position created in partnership with the PKG Center for Public Service, open to students who have federal work-study eligibility. If you are unsure if you are eligible, please reach out to federalworkstudy@mit.edu.

Employment status: Remote; Part-time

Schedule: Monday/Wednesday/Thursday; 2:15-3:15 PM ET each day

Application period: Open until filled

Term Commitment: Sept 2026- May 2027

Compensation: $25/hour

Who We Are

Saga Education is a national leader in high-impact, in-school tutoring. We leverage the power of human capital and technology to accelerate student outcomes and create more equitable learning for students.

Since our founding in 2014, we have reached more than 30,000 students and counting. With our proven-to-work tutoring model and focus on relationship building, we have been able to reach students who need it most and support families, educators, and districts through our services. Whether that be through our work in providing direct solutions, building cutting-edge products, or advocating for impact, our vision to make education equitable for all students is realized daily.

For more information about Saga Education’s mission, vision, and services, please visit us at www.saga.org.

Our Tutors

As a Federal Work-Study Math Tutor with Saga Education, you'll earn income while making a real difference. Tutors from diverse backgrounds support students’ academic growth in schools nationwide. You'll gain valuable experience and have a meaningful impact—all while staying focused on your own education.

The Process

Interested applicants apply and interview with Saga Education.
Applicants who successfully pass the interview stage are invited to take a short math assessment.
Selected Tutors become a part of our Federal Work-Study Program, where they will work with Stacy Middle School to support student growth and success.

What You’ll Do

Join a successful virtual math tutoring program for Stacy Middle School students in Milford, MA. Now in its third year, the program has demonstrated significant success in improving students' mathematical understanding and confidence.

Key Responsibilities

Provide virtual, high-impact math tutoring to 6th-grade and 7th-grade students
Support two students at a time
Prepare and deliver engaging math lessons using provided curriculum
Participate in asynchronous high-impact tutoring training led by Saga Education

Commitment

Ongoing commitment, with the option to extend through to the end of the school year in May
Students can be onboarded on a rolling basis
Approximately 3 hours per week:
35 minutes of direct tutoring per day
25 minutes for lesson preparation per day
Tutoring sessions held from 2:35 to 3:05 PM EST

Requirements

Willingness to learn and apply high-impact tutoring techniques
Willingness to learn how to use Saga Education’s proprietary virtual platform
Ability to engage and motivate middle school students
Passion for education and making a positive impact
CORI/SORI background check (arrangements will be made for out-of-state volunteers)

Qualifications

No previous high-level math knowledge required
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Patience and adaptability in working with diverse learning needs
Ability to support two students at a time
On-camera presence is required during tutoring sessions and other activities necessary to fulfill the essential functions of this position

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