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Tutoring Jobs in Portland, OR

Use your expertise to help Portland students feel more capable, confident, and prepared for school. Emergent Education is seeking experienced tutors and academic coaches to support K-12 students through across the greater Portland area.

We are a locally rooted PNW tutoring company that values consistency, empathy, and excellent teaching. Our tutors become trusted partners for families, often working with students over months or years as they navigate changing coursework, academic goals, and personal challenges. 

  • $35 – 65 Per Hour Based on Experience
  • Control Your Own Schedule Working 5-20 Hours per Week
  • Travel Reimbursement Included
  • Make a Difference in Your Local Community

 

About The Role

Emergent Education is actively filling tutoring jobs in Portland for dedicated, knowledgeable educators who are passionate about student success. We serve K–12 students across a wide range of subjects and learning needs, and we are committed to matching every student with the right tutor for their unique goals.

Our tutors are the heart of our service. We look for individuals who bring both subject-matter expertise and genuine enthusiasm for working with young learners. Whether you specialize in advanced mathematics, standardized test prep, or supporting students with learning differences, there’s a place for you here.

As part of the Emergent team, you’ll benefit from flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and the support of a company that truly values the work its educators do. We believe great tutoring changes lives, and we want tutors who believe that too.

 

Schedule and Hours

We work around your life while ensuring our students always have reliable support. 

  • Variable Hours: Typically 5–20 hours per week, depending on student demand and your availability.
  • You Control Your Schedule: Tutors set their own availability. We match you with students whose needs align with your open hours.
  • Weekday Afternoons & Weekends Preferred: Peak demand runs weekday afternoons (3–8 PM) and weekend mornings/afternoons. Availability during these windows is strongly preferred.

Please note that hours may fluctuate during school breaks and holiday periods, with demand picking back up at the start of each semester.

 

We’re Hiring Tutors in Portland for K-12 Support:

We welcome tutors with a range of academic backgrounds and teaching styles. Candidates who can support more than one subject area or age group are especially valuable.

Math:

  • Elementary & Middle School Math
  • Pre-Algebra & Algebra I & II
  • Geometry
  • Trigonometry
  • Pre-Calculus
  • Calculus
  • IB Math
  • Probability & Statistics

Science:

  • Elementary & Middle School Science
  • Biology (All Levels)
  • Chemistry (All Levels)
  • Physics (All Levels)
  • Computer Science

English Language Arts:

  • Elementary Reading & Writing
  • Writing (Grades 6-12)
  • Reading Comprehension (Grades 6-12)
  • Literature

Foreign Languages:

  • Spanish
  • French
  • German
  • Mandarin

History & Social Studies:

  • Geography
  • U.S. History
  • World History
  • Government & Civics

 Special Programs:

  • Academic Coaching
  • Executive Functioning
  • Homeschool Support
  • Gifted & Talented
  • Anxiety Management

College Admissions & Test Prep:

  • College Selection & Research
  • Application Strategy & Planning
  • Personal Statement & Essays
  • PSAT / SAT Prep
  • ACT Prep

Support for Learning Differences:

  • Autism (ASD)
  • ADHD
  • Dyslexia
  • Dysgraphia
  • Dyscalculia 

 

Tutor Qualifications:

We hire tutors at the Associate and Senior level. Previous experience working with K-12 students, or students with learning differences are preferred.

Associate Tutor:

  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • Minimum 2 years of relevant teaching or tutoring experience.
  • Strong command of the subjects you wish to tutor.

Senior Tutor:

  • Advanced degree required (e.g. MA, MS, M.Ed., MAT, or PhD)
  • Minimum 5 years of relevant teaching or tutoring experience.
  • State teaching certification preferred (any U.S. state).

Candidates based in Portland with reliable transportation are preferred.

 

What You’ll Do – Responsibilities

Tutors with Emergent Education are expected to fulfill the following responsibilities:

Deliver Personalized Tutoring Sessions:

  • Provide one-on-one academic support tailored to each student’s goals, learning style, and current level. 
  • Sessions may be conducted in-person or online via a meeting platform such as Zoom depending on the students need

Communicate With Families and the Emergent Team:

  • Keep parents informed of student progress through brief session summaries.
  • Respond promptly to scheduling or content questions from our coordination staff.

Maintain Professionalism and Reliability:

  • Honor your scheduled sessions.
  • Provide advance notice for any changes.
  • Represent Emergent Education’s Tutoring values of integrity, warmth, and academic excellence in every interaction.

 

Compensation & Benefits:

Competitive pay that reflects your experience and the service you deliver.

  • Subject Tutoring & Academic Coaching:
    • Associate tutors earn $35 – $42 per hour.
    • Senior tutors earn $46 – $60 per hour.
  • Test Prep (SAT/ACT) & College Admissions Counseling:
    • Associate tutors earn $50 per hour.
    • Senior tutors earn $65 per hour.

Additional Benefits:

  • Paid hourly for all tutoring time.
  • Travel compensation at $1.40 – $1.70 per mile.
  • Flexible scheduling to fit your availability.
  • Opportunities for long-term student partnerships.
  • Performance-based bonuses and promotions.
  • A supportive team that values professional autonomy.

Applications are accepted and and reviewed on a rolling basis. Must have in-person availability. Please submit a resume and cover letter using the application form below.

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