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Job Overview

Cignition, Inc., a leading virtual tutoring provider that utilizes a research-validated instructional model, is seeking dedicated virtual tutors to join our team. As a Cignition tutor, you will play a pivotal role in providing one-to-one and small group (up to 5:1) tutoring sessions, focusing on math and English Language Arts. Join our mission to build conceptual understanding, one engaged learner at a time.

Working directly with our experienced Program Management team, composed of former classroom educators and education experts, you will facilitate engaging and interactive tutoring sessions to foster student-to-student interaction.

Benefits and Pay Range

Starting pay: $25/hr
Part-time role with flexible hours (most tutors average ~10 hours per week, but there is no set minimum)
- The more programs you complete the requirements for, the more tutoring sessions you are likely to be scheduled.
- We are currently looking for candidates who have availability in the following window:
  - Tentative Start Date: September 1st
    - New hires may be able to pick up substitute sessions before this date, but this will depend on fingerprinting clearance and program needs.

Opportunity to work with a highly experienced and supportive Program Management team
Access to a comprehensive digital curriculum library
Training provided to ensure effective use of internal resources

Responsibilities and Duties

Conduct one-to-one and small group (up to 5:1) virtual tutoring sessions in math and English Language Arts.
Maintain professionalism and integrity in all interactions with students.
Utilize an inquiry-based approach to encourage meaningful student engagement.
Update availability regularly to ensure accurate scheduling.

Preferred Qualifications

A bachelor's degree is strongly preferred but not required.
Our tutors average ten years of classroom experience, and we aim to maintain that level of quality.
Proficiency in virtual meeting tools such as Google Meet and Zoom.
Excellent communication skills
Familiarity with research-based instructional practices (e.g., the Science of Reading).

Service Requirements

All tutor hires must complete physical (ink) fingerprinting for AT LEAST one program. Failure to do so will result in not being scheduled for sessions, and you will be terminated.

Hardware Requirements

Support Operating Systems
- MacOS X - 10.15 Catalina or higher
- Microsoft Windows 10, 11
- Chromebooks - must be eligible for the latest updates
Processor: Dual Core 2Ghz or higher - Intel i3/i5/i7 or AMD equivalent
Ram: 4GB or higher
Monitor: 1 or multiple
Web Camera: built-in 720p or higher
Speaker and Microphone: built-in or headphones
Web Browser: Google Chrome
Mobile Devices, iPads, and tablets are not acceptable

Internet Service Provider (ISP) - Bandwidth Requirements

Broadband/Fiber Minimum Speeds: 10mbps Upload and 5mbps Download
- Delay (Latency): The time it takes for data to get from one point to another should be less than 150 milliseconds to avoid lag in audio or video.
- Consistency (Jitter): The less variation in how quickly data arrives, the better. Aim for less than 40 milliseconds of jitter.
- Reliability (Packet Loss) - Avg(Max): Ideally, no more than 2% of the data we send should get lost along the way.
Test your Download & Upload Speeds: https://www.speedtest.net/

Test your Latency, Jitter, and Packet Loss: https://packetlosstest.com/

Equal Opportunity Statement

Cignition is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. We believe diversity and inclusion among our team members are critical to our success. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

Upon reviewing this information, if you believe Cignition would be a great fit, we encourage you to click the button below and complete our application. The hiring timeline will be communicated to shortlisted candidates, and successful applicants will be invited to participate in a virtual interview!