Fall 2026 Merced County After School Tutor

Job DetailsJob Location: Merced County - Fresno, CA 93720Position Type: Part TimeEducation Level: Not SpecifiedSalary Range: $18.00 - $20.00 HourlyJob Shift: 2:00PM - 6:00PMJob Category: Education Cities served: Atwater, Los Banos, Livingston, Merced

Hourly Pay Range per District: 

Atwater Elementary School District - $20.00
Los Banos Unified School District - $20.00
Merced Union High School District - $20.00
Merced City School District - $20.00
Weaver Union School District - $20.00
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 Learning in an After School Program Environment

Monitor and mentor student learning activities daily.
Develop lesson plans and establish clear objectives for each day.
Submit lesson plans to Teaching Fellows, ensuring target standards are met.
Provide individual and group tutoring.
Prepare reports to track student progress and accomplishments. 
Enforce behavioral rules and procedures to maintain order. 
Observe and evaluate student performance and behavior.
Ensure equipment and materials are used properly.

Communication & Safety

Foster good communication with fellow tutors, teachers, and with the California Teaching Fellows Foundation.
Collaborate with other tutors on lesson planning and program goals.
Ensure student safety and supervise all of their activities.
Follow emergency procedures set forth by Teaching Fellows and/or school districts.
Report any incidents promptly to the site lead, school administration, or local authorities.

Perform Other Duties as Assigned

Attend monthly staff meetings (Teaching Fellow Academies) once a month and training as scheduled
Offer opinions and suggestions on program decisions.
Adhere to any directives given by site lead, assistant site lead, or liaison.  

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 [email protected]. We look forward to welcoming you to the CTFF community!