Reading and Math Tutor, Girls on the Grid Line

About Girls on the Grid Line

Girls on the Grid Line is a pre-apprenticeship and workforce development program dedicated to empowering young women to pursue careers in the utility and skilled trades industries. The program combines technical skills training, mentorship, and academic support to prepare participants for success in registered apprenticeship programs and beyond.

We believe that strong foundational skills in reading and math are key to success in technical careers—and we’re committed to helping each participant build the confidence and academic strength to thrive.

Position Summary

The Part-Time Reading and Math Tutor supports participants in strengthening their literacy and numeracy skills to meet the academic demands of pre-apprenticeship training and industry certification exams.

This role is ideal for an educator who enjoys working with diverse learners and can create engaging, supportive learning experiences tailored to adult or older youth participants. The tutor will provide small group and one-on-one instruction, focusing on workforce-related applications of reading comprehension, technical vocabulary, measurements, and applied mathematics relevant to the utility trades.

Key Responsibilities

Instruction & Academic Support

• Provide individualized and small group tutoring in reading comprehension, writing, and mathematics (basic algebra, geometry, fractions, measurements, and applied problem-solving).

• Conduct academic assessments to identify participant strengths and areas for growth.

• Develop and deliver customized lesson plans aligned with program goals and industry needs.

• Reinforce key concepts that support trade-related training (e.g., understanding technical manuals, interpreting schematics, and performing work-related calculations).

• Support participants in preparing for pre-apprenticeship or entry-level apprenticeship assessments.

Program Collaboration

• Work closely with the Executive Program Director and training instructors to align tutoring sessions with the technical curriculum.

• Provide regular updates on participant progress and recommend academic interventions when needed.

• Coordinate with staff to schedule sessions that fit within the program’s training schedule.

Participant Engagement

• Foster a positive, encouraging learning environment that builds confidence and motivation.

• Use culturally responsive and inclusive teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of participants.

• Offer study tips, test-taking strategies, and skill-building exercises that promote long-term success.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain attendance records, session notes, and progress data for each participant.

• Assist in collecting academic outcomes data for program reporting and grant documentation.

• Participate in occasional team meetings or training sessions as required.