Spring 2027 Fresno Unified After School Tutor

Cities served: This application is for FRESNO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT ONLY
Hourly Pay Range per District:

• Fresno Unified School District - $23.00
• Substitute Position* - $18.00

**Note: If you have fewer than five day availability (Monday-Friday), your application will be considered for a substitute tutor position. Substitute tutors are placed on an on-call basis according to the schedule preferences indicated on your application.**

About California Teaching Fellows Foundation:

California Teaching Fellows Foundation (CTFF) is a nonprofit dedicated to developing passionate individuals into expanded learning tutoring roles that directly support TK-12th grade students across the 6 counties we serve. By investing in our Teaching Fellows' growth, we build a sustainable pipeline of future educators who are deeply rooted and committed to the communities they call home.

Our Mission: ELEVATE and EQUIP educators to EMPOWER youth, communities, and themselves.

Our Vision: Teaching Fellows emerge as credentialed teachers and leaders in education and beyond. Students feel seen, supported, and inspired to build their own path. Communities are rooted in the belief that education creates opportunities and hope.

What it’s like to be a Teaching Fellow:

As a Teaching Fellow, you’ll work directly with students in expanded learning programs. Tutoring, guiding, and supporting young learners through hands-on activities while ensuring a safe, structured, and positive environment for every student in your classroom.

The Opportunity:

Monitor Student Literacy Learning & Academic Improvement

• Monitor and mentor student learning activities daily with a specific focus on driving literacy student improvement.
• Support foundational phonics and decoding skills, including instruction in consonant digraphs, L-blends, R-blends, and S-blends.
• Support school site staff with administering and tracking student literacy assessments throughout the school year.
• Enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order to ensure a productive learning environment.
• Observe and evaluate student reading performance, growth, and academic progress.
• Set a responsible, professional, and positive example for youth in accordance with CTFF and Fresno Unified standards.

Communication, Administration & Site Engagement

• Maintain an open-minded, professional demeanor, demonstrating cultural awareness and readiness to accept constructive feedback and suggestions.
• Take self-initiative in daily tasks, showing reliability and ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Adapt flexibility to shifting schedules, classroom rotations, and program needs as determined by the school site.

Student Safety & Classroom Management

• Maintain active supervision and oversight to ensure student safety across all classroom and site environments.
• Implement effective behavior management techniques to maintain classroom order and student engagement.
• Strictly maintain required tutor-to student safety rations during all small-group and 1-on-1 activities.
• Follow emergency procedures (fire, earthquake, lockdown) set forth by CTFF and Fresno Unified School District.
• Immediately report any incidents, injuries, or safety concerns to site leadership, school administration, and CTFF leadership.

Attendance Policy & Operational Expectations

• Adhere strictly to the CTFF attendance and reporting policies.
• Attend mandatory monthly staff development meetings (Teaching Fellow Academies) and scheduled professional development trainings.
• Follow all directives, policies and operational rules set by CTFF leadership and school site administrators.

Benefits of Becoming a Teaching Fellow:

• Weekends Off (excluding one Saturday out of the month for Teaching Fellow Academies designed to get you paid professional development)
• Personal and Professional Development
• Scholarship Opportunities available for Teaching Fellows interested in pursuing a career in education
• Sick Pay
• Transferability across the 6 counties we serve

Qualifications

Qualifications & Minimum Requirements:

• 18 years old or older
• Have obtained a high school diploma or GED equivalent
• Authorization to work in the United States
• Completion of 48 college units or passage of an approved exam, if applicable, to meet the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) requirements.
• Proficiency in the English language, including spelling, grammar, and composition; ability to speak multiple languages is recognized as beneficial but not required.
• General understanding of educational standards and the public school system.
• Willingness to undergo background checks and Tuberculosis exam

It would be great if you also had:

• Ability to lead and motivate others.
• Excellent organization and time management.
• High ethical standards and cultural sensitivity.
• Desire to foster educational aspirations and goals in youth.

Important Note for Applicants:

The California Teaching Fellows Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will use E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility for all newly hired employees.

California Teaching Fellows Foundation engages in a timely, good-faith interactive process with qualified individuals who request reasonable accommodation. This process may include discussion of job-related limitations, potential accommodations, and documentation limited to what is job-related and consistent with business necessity, in accordance with EEOC and ADA requirements.
Please review the ADA and Essential Functions Document before applying:
CTFF ADA and Essential Functions Document - Tutor

Ready to Apply?

During your application process, choose up to three school districts you are interested in working with. You will also have the opportunity to select your preferred commute time and grade preference level. Due to a high volume of applicants our Talent Acquisition team will review your application within 1-2 weeks of submission. Based on your selections and the availability of open positions, we will follow up with any updates to your application. For any questions, please email us at apply@ctff.us. We look forward to welcoming you to the CTFF community!