Overview

BookNook is looking for dedicated, equity-focused educators to join our tutoring community as independent contractors, working up to 30 hours per week. As a BookNook Tutor, you’ll play a key role in helping close the early-learning gap for K–8 students at a crucial stage in their education.

Our Online Literacy Tutors lead live, online tutoring sessions using the BookNook platform and video conferencing tools. We support a diverse group of students and aim to build a tutoring team that reflects the communities we serve. This role offers an exciting chance to make a direct, positive impact on students.

Position Type: Independent contractor (1099)
Pay Rate: $18 per hour ($9 per 30-minute session)
Schedule: Up to 30 hours per week depending on your availability and the number of active programs. Schedules vary based on school needs.
• Sessions take place on weekdays only and may occur before, during, or after school.
• Each program lasts 8–16 weeks, and tutors are expected to stay with the same group of students for the full duration.

Responsibilities
• Lead virtual tutoring sessions using the BookNook platform – no lesson planning needed.
• Manage student behavior and participation during sessions.
• Foster a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with students.
• Record observations for each session in the session notes.

Requirements
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must live in the U.S. and have a U.S. mailing address.
• Understanding of literacy best practices aligned with the science of reading.
• Ability to develop strong, motivating connections with students.
• Creativity and flexibility to support students based on their daily needs.
• Completion of or enrollment in a teacher credential program.
• Experience teaching or tutoring K–8 students, which may include holding a teaching license, working as a substitute teacher, teaching assistant, paraprofessional, professor, instructor, or working for another tutoring company.
• Classroom experience preferred.
• Online teaching or tutoring experience preferred.
• Access to a computer, webcam, and reliable high-speed internet (at least 10 Mbps).

Our Hiring Process
• Apply: Submit your application online and receive a response within 1–2 business days.
• Interview: Selected applicants will complete a one-way video interview answering questions about their experience and educational background. This step takes less than 30 minutes.
• Hiring Decision: Applicants will be notified within 5 business days if they are moving forward to onboarding.
• Onboarding: Selected candidates will complete a paid certification course on the BookNook platform and any state-required fingerprint background checks, which may take 2–6 weeks depending on state/district requirements.
• Qualified: Once onboarding is complete, tutors gain access to the Tutor Portal where available sessions are posted.
Note: Being a qualified BookNook Tutor does not guarantee immediate or consistent tutoring hours, but new programs are added regularly.

Equality in Hiring

BookNook is dedicated to building an equitable and inclusive tutoring community. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, parental status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.