K–1 Academic Tutor (After School) – Silver Spring, MD 20910
Position Description
Company: BBA Afterschool Inc.
Location: Silver Spring, Maryland (Montgomery County)
BBA Afterschool Inc. is hiring patient, enthusiastic, and dependable K–1 Academic Tutors to provide engaging academic support for Kindergarten and 1st-grade students in Silver Spring, MD.
This position is focused on helping young learners strengthen their foundational academic skills through fun, age-appropriate activities and personalized support. Tutors will work with students in a supportive after-school environment and help build confidence, classroom skills, and a positive attitude toward learning.
Position Details
Part-time, after-school position
Afternoon after-school hours
1.5-hour sessions
$45 per session ($30 per hour)
Monday through Friday
No weekends
No lesson planning required
Curriculum and materials provided
In-person position in Silver Spring
Program Focus
Tutors will support K–1 students with foundational academic skills, including:
Reading & Language Arts
Letter and sound recognition
Phonics and early reading
Sight words
Vocabulary development
Reading fluency
Basic reading comprehension
Early writing and language skills
Math
Number recognition and counting
Number sense
Addition and subtraction
Patterns and sequencing
Shapes and measurement
Comparing numbers and quantities
Basic problem-solving
Learning & Study Skills
Following directions
Classroom routines
Focus and participation
Confidence-building
Independent learning habits
Responsibilities
Provide engaging academic support to Kindergarten and 1st-grade students
Reinforce foundational reading, writing, and math concepts
Use age-appropriate activities to make learning fun and engaging
Provide individual and small-group support
Encourage student participation and confidence
Follow BBA's structured curriculum and activities
Maintain a safe, positive, and supportive learning environment
Communicate professionally with school staff and BBA leadership
Ideal Candidates
This position is a great fit for:
Elementary school teachers
Academic tutors
Reading or math tutors
Teacher assistants
Early childhood educators
Education majors
Substitute teachers
Camp counselors
College students and recent graduates
Anyone passionate about helping young children learn
Qualifications
Experience tutoring or working with young children preferred
Education, tutoring, reading, math, or child-development experience is a plus
Comfortable working with Kindergarten and 1st-grade students
Patient, encouraging, and dependable
Strong communication skills
Reliable transportation to the program location
Must successfully complete the required background check process
Job Type
Part-time
Contract
Seasonal
In-person
Join BBA Afterschool and help young learners build the academic foundation, confidence, and skills they need to succeed in school.
We look forward to hearing from you!