Tutor English and Math

Job summary

Provide individual and small-group academic support in English and mathematics, including lesson planning, concept instruction, homework help, and exam preparation. Track student progress, communicate with the Extra Time coordinator, and maintain an encouraging, structured learning environment.

Job details

Company Description The Borough Football Club (The Borough FC) is Scarborough’s premier soccer team, preparing to kick off in spring 2024 in the League1 Ontario league. The club is committed to developing players on and off the field, emphasizing academic support alongside athletic performance. Based in the Greater Toronto Area, The Borough FC fosters a supportive environment for learning, growth, and community engagement. Prospective team members and staff join an ambitious organization focused on excellence, education, and long-term player development. Extra Time is a community initiative by The Borough FC and the Northpine Foundation, using football as a platform to connect young people in Scarborough with mentorship, education, opportunity and community. Through weekly football training, academic support in English and Math, mentorship, nutrition and leadership opportunities, Extra Time provides a consistent space for youth to play, learn, connect and grow. Role Description The Tutor English and Math is a part-time, on-site role based in Scarborough, ON. This role involves providing academic support in English and mathematics to student-athletes, individually and in small groups, to help them meet school requirements and improve core skills. Daily tasks include preparing lesson plans aligned with students’ curriculum, explaining concepts in clear, accessible language, and assisting with homework, assignments, and exam preparation. The tutor will track student progress, communicate regularly with the coordinator of Extra Time, and maintain an encouraging, structured learning environment that supports both educational success and lifeskills building. Qualifications Strong tutoring and English teaching skills, including experience with Tutoring and English Teaching in academic or informal settings. Solid command of English Grammar and clear Communication skills to explain concepts effectively to diverse learners. Proficiency in core math topics at middle and high school levels (e.g., arithmetic, algebra, geometry) and confidence in explaining problem-solving strategies. Ability to work with youth, demonstrating patience, cultural sensitivity, and a supportive approach to learning. Strong organizational skills, including lesson planning, progress tracking, and time management Previous experience in education, tutoring, or coaching is an asset; a diploma or degree in Education, English, Mathematics, or a related field is preferred.

What you’ll do

Provide individual and small-group academic support in English and mathematics, including lesson planning, concept instruction, homework help, and exam preparation. Track student progress, communicate with the Extra Time coordinator, and maintain an encouraging, structured learning environment.

Requirements

Applicants should have strong tutoring and English teaching skills, a solid command of English grammar, and proficiency in middle- and high-school mathematics. Patience, cultural sensitivity, communication, organization, and time-management skills are important; prior education, tutoring, or coaching experience is an asset, and a related diploma or degree is preferred.

Listed skills

• Communication · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Time management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Tutoring
• English Teaching
• English Grammar
• Mathematics
• Lesson Planning
• Communication
• Problem-Solving
• Youth Mentorship
• Cultural Sensitivity
• Progress Tracking
• Organization
• Time Management
• Homework Assistance
• Exam Preparation
• Small-Group Instruction

Job areas

• Education
• Sports & Recreation
• Social Services