Remote Math Tutor (Federal Work-Study at Brandeis University) Marlborough

Employment status/hours: Remote; Part-time

Application period: Open until filled/ Hiring on a rolling basis

Start date: September 2026

End date: May 2027

Who We Are

Saga Education is a national leader in high-impact, in-school tutoring. We leverage the power of human capital and technology to accelerate student outcomes and create more equitable learning for students.

Since our founding in 2014, we have reached more than 30,000 students and counting. With our proven-to-work tutoring model and focus on relationship building, we have been able to reach students who need it most and support families, educators, and districts through our services. Whether that be through our work in providing direct solutions, building cutting-edge products, or advocating for impact, our vision to make education equitable for all students is realized daily.

For more information about Saga Education’s mission, vision, and services, please visit us at www.saga.org.

Our Tutors

As a Federal Work-Study Math Tutor with Saga Education, you'll earn income while making a real difference. Tutors from diverse backgrounds support students’ academic growth in schools nationwide. You'll gain valuable experience and have a meaningful impact—all while staying focused on your own education.

The Process

1. Interested applicants apply and interview with Saga Education.
2. Applicants who successfully pass the interview stage are invited to take a short math assessment.
3. Selected Tutors become a part of our Federal Work-Study Program, where they will work with Whitcomb Middle School to support student growth and success.
4. Please note that selected candidates will be required to complete a background check and fingerprinting process. Fingerprinting expenses will be reimbursed for all candidates.

What You’ll Do 

Join a successful virtual math tutoring program for Whitcomb Middle School, Marlborough, MA. The program has demonstrated significant success in improving students' mathematical understanding and confidence.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide virtual, high-impact math tutoring to 6th-grade students
• Support two students at a time
• Prepare and deliver engaging math lessons using provided curriculum
• Participate in asynchronous high-impact tutoring training led by Saga Education

Commitment

• Ongoing commitment, with the option to extend through to the end of the school year in
  mid-May.
• Students can be onboarded on a rolling basis
• Approximately 2.5 hours per week:
• Tutoring sessions held from 3:00-3:45 PM EST
• Tutors must be available on Mondays and Tuesdays, 2:45 PM-4:00 PM ET

Requirements

• Willingness to learn and apply high-impact tutoring techniques
• Willingness to learn how to use Saga Education’s proprietary virtual platform
• Ability to engage and motivate middle school students
• Passion for education and making a positive impact
• CORI/SORI background check/fingerprinting (arrangements will be made for out-of-state volunteers)

Qualifications

• No previous high-level math knowledge required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patience and adaptability in working with diverse learning needs
• Ability to support two students at a time
• On-camera presence is required during tutoring sessions and other activities necessary to fulfill the essential functions of this position