URGENTLY HIRING - West Valley - Sistema Homework Mentor

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 subjects
• Provide assistance in an after-school classroom setting
• Support students during three daily instructional periods, each approximately 40 minutes in duration
• Provide guidance with effective study skills and techniques
• Participate in required training prior to beginning the position
• Maintain a safe, supportive, and positive learning environment
• Other duties as assigned

Schedule:

• Expected hours are up to 20 hours per week from August - May
• Typical 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 off
• Professional development and training opportunities

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Energetic, enthusiastic and committed to student success
• Ability to accept constructive criticism and make necessary adjustments
• Able to work well in a teamwork environment
• Proficiency in writing, mathematics, and Google applications including Docs, Sheets, and Forms
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to demonstrate patience and work effectively with elementary students
• Ability to support students with a variety of academic needs
• Strong reliability and punctuality
• Effective study skills and ability to teach or reinforce study techniques
• Bilingual (Spanish) skills are preferred but not required

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience working with elementary-aged students or providing academic support is preferred