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Thank you for your interest in joining our team of tutors. At the present time, we are not actively recruiting new tutors. However, we're always excited about potential collaborations in the future. We recommend subscribing to our newsletter for the latest updates and opportunities. Additionally, feel free to revisit our Become a Tutor page periodically for any new announcements. We appreciate your understanding and hope to possibly work together in the future!

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. 
  • 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 - 14 Sonoma or higher
    • Microsoft Windows 11
    • Chromebooks - must be eligible for the latest updates
  • Processor: Dual Core 2.4 GHz 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 - Latest Version Available
  • 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!

Job Overview

Cignition is seeking experienced K–12 virtual tutors to support small-group instruction in mathematics and/or English Language Arts. Tutors play a key role in helping students build understanding, confidence, and a lasting love of learning.

You will work closely with our Program Management team to deliver engaging instruction using a high-quality digital curriculum and student learning data.

Role Structure

  • Part-time role, typically up to 6 hours per week (there is no set minimum)
  • Recurring tutoring sessions between 2:45 pm–4:40 pm PT / 5:45 pm–7:40 pm ET on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from February 2, 2026, to May 15, 2026
  • 30–60 minute sessions, 3 times each week
  • Tutors work with the same group(s) of students throughout the program
  • Schedules and rosters are assigned based on district needs, and remain consistent throughout the program
  • Additional assignments in other programs may be available at the $25/hour pay rate, with no bonus

Responsibilities

  • Deliver virtual small-group tutoring sessions (up to 5:1) via Zoom
  • Create positive, inclusive learning environments
  • Apply research-informed instructional practices
  • Communicate professionally with students and staff

Preferred Qualifications

  • Weekday availability between 2:45 pm–4:40 pm PT / 5:45 pm–7:40 pm ET
  • Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field strongly preferred
  • Experience teaching or tutoring small groups of students
  • Familiarity with research-informed instructional practices, including the Science of Reading and conceptual, inquiry-based approaches for mathematics
  • Ability to complete ink fingerprinting in the U.S. (Please Note: You must have a valid U.S. Social Security Number.)
  • Proficient in using Zoom
  • Strong belief in every student's ability to succeed

Pay and Bonus

  • Total compensation equivalent to $35/hour for this assignment
  • Tutors are paid a base rate of $25/hour throughout the program. At the end of the assignment, tutors receive an end-of-program bonus that brings their total compensation for hours worked to the equivalent of $35/hour for this assignment
  • The bonus is paid after the assignment concludes and is contingent upon completing this assignment through May 15, 2026.

Service Requirements

All tutor hires must complete physical (ink) fingerprinting to tutor for this program. Failure to do so within two weeks of completing your onboarding paperwork will result in termination.

Benefits

  • Supportive team of experienced educators
  • Curriculum, training, and ongoing guidance provided

Hardware Requirements

  • Support Operating Systems
    • MacOS X - 14 Sonoma or higher
    • Microsoft Windows 11
    • Chromebooks - must be eligible for the latest updates
  • Processor: Dual Core 2.4 GHz 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 - Latest Version Available
  • 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!

Why Tutor with Cignition?

Great Pay

Cignition offers competitive compensation depending on experience.

Flexible Schedule

We have multiple programs across the country that offer a range of session times. 

Unique Tools

Cignition provides you with an advanced online tutoring environment and all of the tools you’ll need to succeed.

Math and ELA

Don’t get lost in the online tutoring crowd. Cignition focuses solely on K-12 Math and ELA tutoring.

Start Quickly

Cignition provides all of the training and tools to get you up and running fast.

Be a Star

In addition to Professional Development opportunities, diagnostic feedback is provided to help you continuously improve your skills.

What is Unique About Cignition’s Tutoring?

Active Engaged Learning

Tutoring with Cignition utilizes several data sources to help inform and guide tutoring. FogStone Isle, our immersive online dashboard, makes student and lesson plan information on demand. Tutors also have the ability to work with the same group of students throughout the year.

Grant-Funded Math Research

Cignition is actively participating in several grants, focused on aiding underserved students in dramatically improving their academic success. We take a collaborative, inquiry-based instructional approach and allow students to take lead on their journey.