Math Tutor--Kindergarten - 9th Grade in Albuquerque, New Mexico at University of New Mexico

Student Advanced LevelRequisition ID req37727
Working Title Math Tutor--Kindergarten - 9th Grade
Pay 17.00 Hourly
Campus: Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department Civic Engagement (454D)
Employment Type Student Employment
Student Type
Status Non-Exempt
Background Check Required Yes
For Best Consideration Date 9/1/2026
Position Summary

Organization: One of a Kind Kids

Location: 201 Unser Blvd NW #115 Albuquerque, NM

An Off-Campus Work-Study Position - MUST have a Work-Study Award

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and engaging Math Tutor to provide individualized math support to students in Kindergarten through 6th grade.
The ideal candidate enjoys working with diverse learners and can adapt instruction to meet each student's unique learning style, pace, strengths, and needs. This position will be in person.

Key Responsibilities

Provide one-on-one or small-group math tutoring to students in K6th grade.
Support foundational math skills, including number sense, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, geometry, measurement, and other age-appropriate concepts.
Help students strengthen problem-solving, critical-thinking, and independent learning skills.
Adapt lessons, explanations, activities, and pacing to individual student needs.
Create a patient, encouraging, and judgment-free learning environment.
Help students build confidence and develop a positive attitude toward mathematics.
Communicate with parents/guardians and, when appropriate, members of the student's educational support team.
Track student progress and communicate relevant observations.
Prepare engaging, age-appropriate learning activities.
Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and protect student privacy and confidentiality.

Minimum Qualifications

Enrolled in a degree seeking program at UNM, Enrolled at least half-time (6 hours) at UNM for fall and spring semesters (Audit hours do not count), and if Work Study, you must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress.

Preferred Qualifications

Qualifications Required:

Strong understanding of elementary and middle-school mathematics.
Experience tutoring, teaching, mentoring, or supporting children.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Patience, flexibility, and a genuine interest in helping children learn.
Ability to create a supportive, accepting, and encouraging learning environment.

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Please submit a Cover Letter and Resume.Background Check Required.MUST have a Work-Study Award.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.