Temporary Math Tutor - Georgia Connections Academy

Description

School Summary

Georgia Connections Academy is a tuition-free, full-time virtual school for students in grades K-12 throughout Georgia. The school is authorized by the Georgia Charter Schools Commission and governed by an independent Board of Directors, with a mission to maximize academic achievement for students who are seeking other academic options. The school is operated by Georgia Connections Academy, a nonprofit corporation, through a contract with Connections Academy of Georgia, LLC, to provide its educational program and other services. Connections Academy, a division of Connections Education, is accredited by AdvancED, and GACA is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement.

Georgia Connections Academy strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

Position Summary and Responsibilities

Georgia Connections Academy (GACA) is seeking qualified and dedicated Temporary Math Tutors to provide after-school tutoring support to students in grades 3–8. The Math Tutor will deliver targeted academic assistance aligned to the Georgia Standards of Excellence, focusing on building student confidence, reinforcing foundational skills, and preparing students for Common Formative Assessments (CFAs), Georgia Milestones, and other key academic benchmarks. These staff members will be temporary staff members; this is not a long-term position.

Responsibilities:

• Provide small-group (5 students) math tutoring sessions in a virtual environment.

• Develop and implement lesson plans tailored to students' specific academic needs and grade levels.

• Use tutoring data to guide instruction and monitor progress.

• Foster a supportive and engaging learning environment that encourages student participation and growth.

• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, progress, and session notes.

• Communicate regularly with the Tutoring Program Lead to align on instructional goals and student progress.

• Participate in training sessions and program meetings as scheduled.

• Ensure that all tutoring sessions are aligned with GACA's academic and behavioral expectations.

Program Details:

• Program Duration: October 1, 2026 – May 21, 2027

• Schedule: Monday - Thursday, after school (4:00 - 7:00 PM)

• Format: Virtual tutoring via GACA's online platform

• Compensation: $30 per hour

• Training: Required before program launch

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Education, Mathematics, or related field (Master's preferred).

• Valid Georgia Teaching Certificate preferred (Math 4-8 or Math 6-12).

• Georgia Clearance Certificate

• Experience teaching or tutoring K–12 math students in a virtual or in-person setting.

• Strong knowledge of Georgia Standards of Excellence for Mathematics.

• Proficient in using virtual learning platforms (Zoom, Pearson Connexus, Nearpod, etc.).

• Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.

• Demonstrated ability to engage students in a remote learning environment.

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