School Year:2026 - 2027
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 subjectsProvide assistance in an after-school classroom settingSupport students during three daily instructional periods, each approximately 40 minutes in durationProvide guidance with effective study skills and techniquesParticipate in required training prior to beginning the positionMaintain a safe, supportive, and positive learning environmentOther duties as assigned Schedule: Expected hours are up to 20 hours per week from August - MayTypical 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 - $17.00 per hour depending on experience Benefits:
School and Summer breaks offProfessional development and training opportunities Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Energetic, enthusiastic and committed to student successAbility to accept constructive criticism and make necessary adjustmentsAble to work well in a teamwork environmentProficiency in writing, mathematics, and Google applications including Docs, Sheets, and FormsEffective verbal and written communication skillsAbility to demonstrate patience and work effectively with elementary studentsAbility to support students with a variety of academic needsStrong reliability and punctualityEffective study skills and ability to teach or reinforce study techniquesBilingual (Spanish) skills are preferred but not required Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent requiredExperience working with elementary-aged students or providing academic support is preferred
