School Based Tutor, PreK through Grade 12

About this role

In Person | Harper Woods, Michigan (Metro Detroit)

About FuseLit

FuseLit Education Group is a PreK through 12 tutoring and educational consulting organization. We deliver structured, small group tutoring in reading and mathematics, building instruction around what each learner already does well. We partner with schools and families and stay with students, session after session, until growth is visible.

We are building our team to support upcoming school partnerships in the Metro Detroit area. This is an in person role. Online sessions are not part of this position.

This is an in person role only. Online sessions are not available for this position.

What You Will Do
• Deliver in person tutoring in reading and mathematics to students in PreK through grade 12, on site at partner schools in the Harper Woods area
• Lead small group sessions of up to four students, working with the same students on a consistent weekly schedule
• Tutor during the school day, after school, and during summer programming, based on each school's schedule
• Use FuseLit's structured curriculum and materials, aligned to grade level standards
• Give short assessments to identify each student's strengths and next steps, and track growth over time
• Complete accurate, timely documentation after every session
• Partner with classroom teachers, intervention staff, and school leaders on student goals
• Adapt instruction for students with IEPs and 504 plans, multilingual learners, and students building toward grade level
• Complete FuseLit training before your first session and take part in ongoing coaching

What We Are Looking For

Required
• Previous tutoring, teaching, or instructional support experience with students in any grade from PreK through 12
• Strong foundation in reading, mathematics, or both
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
• Live in or near Harper Woods or the greater Metro Detroit area
• Reliable transportation to partner school sites
• Availability of at least 6 hours per week during the school day, after school, or both
• Willingness to complete a background check and fingerprinting for work in Michigan schools
• CPR certification, or willingness to obtain it before your first session
• Comfortable using Google Workspace tools
• Authorized to work in the United States

Preferred
• Current or past teaching certificate, Michigan or any state
• Early childhood or early literacy experience, PreK through grade 3
• Structured literacy training such as Orton Gillingham, Wilson, or equivalent
• Math intervention experience or secondary math background, including Algebra 1 and Geometry
• Special education background, or experience supporting IEP and 504 goals
• Experience supporting multilingual learners

Pay

$20 to $30 per hour, based on experience and credentials. Teaching certification, special education experience, and structured literacy training are considered when setting your rate.

Independent contractor (1099), paid for every tutoring session delivered.

What We Offer
• A consistent weekly schedule tied to school partnerships, built around the availability you share with us
• Curriculum and materials provided. You are not building lesson plans from scratch
• Training before you start, plus ongoing coaching, feedback, and professional growth opportunities
• A small team culture built on transparency and mutual respect
• Meaningful work alongside students and educators in the Harper Woods community

We especially encourage applicants who live in or have roots in Harper Woods, Detroit, and the surrounding communities.

How to Apply

Apply through FuseLit's tutor application:

https://www.fuseliteducation.com/tutor-application-form

Select School Based Tutor, Michigan as the role and upload your resume. Selected applicants will be invited to a 40 minute virtual interview that includes a 15 minute sample lesson on a grade level and subject of your choice.

Required skills

• Curriculum Development
• Tutoring