Employment Status: Part-time, Variable Hours
Pay: $160.00 / day
Apply at: https://www.groveslearning.org/careers/current-openings/
Summary Of Core Responsibilities & Org Relationships:
The On-Call Substitute Teacher at Groves Academy will join us in our mission to build confidence, success, and purpose through transformative learning experiences. This position will be supported by our collaborative teaching style and our small class sizes of 8-10 students.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding children as a priorityPlan and prepare learning activities and lessonsAssist with study skills, math, reading, and writing classesAssist with student progress evaluation and report-writingWorks effectively with others in planning and evaluating learning activitiesPerforms other related duties as assigned
Job Specifications:
Education, Experience, and Credentials
Four-year degree in EducationClassroom experienceKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of and sensitivity to the special needs of studentsAble to treat each student with respect, fairness, flexibility, and in a professional mannerAble to use appropriate technology, including MS Office software (Word and Excel), Internet, communication systems, online grading systems, and assistive technologyAble to select and use training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when teaching new thingsAble to clearly and effectively communicate information and ideas in writing, verbally, and using a variety of media, so students will understandAble to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words, written material, multimedia, and audiovisual sourcesAble to display high levels of customer service, responding promptly and thoroughly to the inquiries and needs of individuals both internal and external to the organization, as applicableUnderstand and maintain the confidential nature of student, organization and employee information, including and in accordance with HIPAA regulationsCore Values in Practice:
As a staff member at GLO, you are entrusted to bring these values to life through your daily work:
Authenticity: Engage honestly and transparently in all interactions, building trust with students, families, and teammates. Communicate openly about successes, challenges, and needs, fostering an environment where everyone can grow and contribute.
Collaboration: Actively partner with colleagues across programs and divisions to elevate student outcomes and organizational impact. Share insights, celebrate wins, and support each other with mutual respect and shared purpose.
Compassion: Embrace the diversity of our community which includes learners, learners’ families, staff, and faculty by recognizing and valuing individual strengths, experiences, and perspectives. Approach others with empathy, patience, and a commitment to creating belonging for all.
Discovery: Seek continuous improvement through curiosity, reflection, and learning. Innovate within your role and contribute to the evolution of practices that enhance the educational experience for students and colleagues alike.
Tenacity: Demonstrate resilience and boldness when facing challenges, advocating for students and systemic improvements. Persist with purpose, even when the work is difficult, always driving toward solutions rooted in research and compassion.
We expect every team member to model these values by fostering a culture that is inclusive, supportive, and courageous. Staff are encouraged to take initiative, contribute to collaborative problem-solving, and hold each other accountable to the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and care. When we embody GLO’s values together, we create the kind of community where everyone can thrive.
Physical Requirements Necessary to Perform This Job
Incumbent must be able to:
Hear, speak, and effectively communicate in the English language, including following oral and written instructions, in order to communicate with people inside and outside the organizationSit or stand at a desk for extended periods of time and perform long hours of work sitting at a computer and in meetingsApply manual dexterity and visual acuity for computer keyboarding and office equipment use, and review detailed reports and informationMove around the school and office or classroom area repeatedly or prolonged times throughout the day.Work a flexible schedule, including attending and presenting at events and meetings that occur outside of typical work hours as required/scheduledTools and Equipment Used
Must be able to use computers, telephones, photocopiers, and related office equipmentMust be able to lift/move up to 10-35 pounds occasionally depending on your position
Work Environment
The work environment is indoorsMay occasionally participate in indoor or outdoor off-site student activities for field trips, recess, etc.Apply now at https://www.groveslearning.org/careers/current-openings/
Read LessTen tutors. One hundred students. Hundreds of moments that can change how a child sees themselves.
Become the Tutor a Student Remembers
After-School Literacy Tutor — Independent Contractor
North Minneapolis1099 Contract PositionApproximately 15 Hours Per Week$25 per HourAnticipated Contract Start: September 1, 2026A child who struggles to read does not need more worksheets.
They need someone who shows up. Someone who believes in them. Someone who can help reading begin to feel possible.
Groves Literacy Partnerships and the Northside Achievement Zone are building a team of caring, dependable literacy tutors to support approximately 100 students across three North Minneapolis partner schools.
Tutors will work consistently with the same students throughout the school year, building strong relationships while delivering structured, evidence-based literacy instruction.
This is more than an after-school contract. It is an opportunity to become one of the trusted adults who helps a child build confidence, strengthen reading skills, and begin to see what they are capable of.
The program is built around a simple but powerful idea: relationships first, then instruction. Students will work with the same tutor each week because meaningful learning begins when children feel known, safe, and supported.
What You’ll Do
As an After-School Literacy Tutor, you will:
Build consistent, encouraging relationships with a small group of students.Provide literacy tutoring to students in pairs using a structured instructional model.Support approximately 10 students organized into five tutoring pairs.Deliver consistent tutoring sessions throughout the week.Use curriculum, instructional materials, and progress-monitoring tools provided through the program.Help students strengthen foundational reading skills, including phonics, phonemic awareness, fluency, and comprehension.Communicate regularly with program and site contacts.Maintain reliable attendance and fulfill all agreed-upon tutoring sessions.Complete required orientation, training, and child-safety requirements.Create an environment where students feel respected, capable, and excited to return.The program model calls for each tutor to support approximately 10 students in five pairs, with students receiving tutoring three times each week.
Contract Schedule
Tutoring is expected to take place:
Monday through FridayApproximately 3:00–6:00 p.m.Up to approximately 15 hours per weekSpecific tutoring days, student assignments, and site schedules will be established based on program needs, student enrollment, transportation windows, and site logistics.Because consistency is central to the program, selected contractors must be able to maintain their agreed-upon schedule throughout the contract period.Contract Locations
Tutors will provide services at one of three North Minneapolis partner schools:
Lucy Laney Community SchoolNellie Stone Johnson Community SchoolAscension Catholic SchoolThe program anticipates approximately three to four tutors at each site, depending on final student enrollment and scheduling needs.
Who We’re Looking For
You do not have to be a lifelong educator to make a meaningful difference.
We are looking for people who care deeply about children, believe every student can grow, and understand that consistency matters.
Strong candidates will demonstrate:
An ability to connect with children and build trusting relationships.Dependability and commitment to an agreed-upon schedule.Clear and respectful communication.Patience, encouragement, and emotional steadiness.An ability to deliver services using a structured instructional model.Openness to program guidance, coaching, and feedback.Experience working with children, education, literacy, tutoring, or community programs—or strong transferable skills and an aptitude for learning.College students, educators, retired teachers, paraprofessionals, youth workers, community members, and people considering careers in education are encouraged to apply.
Program Resources and Preparation
Selected tutors will receive access to:
Structured literacy curriculum and instructional materials.Orientation to Groves Literacy Partnerships and the NAZ community.Training related to the program’s instructional approach.Site-specific procedures and expectations.Child-safety, professional-boundary, and mandatory-reporting requirements.Ongoing instructional guidance and program support.The program’s preparation model includes structured-literacy content, school logistics, child safety, mandatory reporting, and access to the curriculum and materials needed to begin tutoring.
Contract Terms
This is an independent contractor opportunity. Tutors will not be employees of Groves Learning Organization or the Northside Achievement Zone and will be responsible for their own tax obligations, insurance, and other responsibilities associated with independent contractor status.
Why This Work Matters
Reading changes what becomes possible for a child.
A strong tutor does more than teach skills. You help a student feel seen. You create consistency. You celebrate progress that others may not notice yet. Week by week, you help a young person build the confidence to keep trying.
Come be part of something that matters.
Apply Today
Submit your application by July 31st.Qualified applicants will be invited to a prescheduled, in-person interview during the first two weeks of August. Conditional contract offers may be made onsite. Read Less 