YMCA of Greater New Orleans is currently hiring a part-time instructor/tutor for its adult education program in Avondale.

The Adult Education Instructor/Tutor will provide individualized support for a small group of students preparing for high school equivalency exams. This involves monitoring student progress on online lessons and providing targeted support in the classroom. The curriculum with supplemental practice is built into each student's learning plan.

This part-time position is 8 hours/week, including 4 hours of in-person instruction on Mondays and Wednesdays 10am-12pm at the J.C. Simmons Community Center in Avondale.

Pay rate is $25/hour.

The instructional session will run through the end of June 2026, with the possibility of renewal.

Essential responsibilities: 

• Monitor online learning to plan classroom support
• Provide individual student tutoring
• Provide small group instruction
• Communicate with the Director to track student progress and retention, target instruction, and facilitate testing as required
• Complete trainings and attend any virtual meetings required for staff of the YMCA or its adult education program. 

Qualifications & Skills: 

• Bachelor's degree 
• +3 years of experience serving adults with diverse learning needs and backgrounds, especially low literacy populations
• Experience with learning plans aligned to educational standards
• Competence working with (and learning new) online learning software 
• Mission-driven work ethic, adaptability, and strong communication skills in a remote team environment

During the hiring process, you will be asked to provide 3 references, consent to a background check, and complete a YMCA Employment Application.

About YMCA OF GREATER NEW ORLEANS

OUR MISSION: Strengthen community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility

The YMCA has been part of Greater New Orleans since 1852. Today, the YMCA of Greater New Orleans serves over 42,000 people every year. The YMCA makes support and opportunities accessible for individuals, families, and communities to learn, grow and thrive.

About YMCA Education Services (YES)

Born from a grassroots initiative by local pastors concerned about adult literacy, YMCA Education Services has evolved into a comprehensive educational force in Greater New Orleans. Through our strategic partnership with the New Orleans Public Library and Jefferson Parish Libraries, we provide free, accessible learning opportunities in convenient community locations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The YMCA of Greater New Orleans is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants equally without regard to their race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other classification protected by applicable state or federal employment discrimination laws.