Virtual Tutor - Maryland

About Amplify

Amplify helps teachers bring delight and rigor to students every day. We have become a leader in K–12 literacy, biliteracy, math, and science by building inspiring teaching and learning experiences based on research. Today, Amplify serves more than 18 million students and teachers across all 50 states and on six continents.

Job Summary

Amplify Tutoring is seeking remote, part-time Virtual Tutors to provide small-group tutoring for students in Kindergarten through Eighth Grade during the 2026-2027 School Year.

Note: Virtual Tutors for this role must physically reside within Maryland and be able to travel to Annapolis to complete fingerprinting.

What to Expect as a Tutor

• Compensation: $18 per hour for delivery of tutoring sessions and $15 per hour for lesson preparation and professional development. Tutors are employed and paid via a 3rd party staffing agency as a W2 contracted employee. Tutors are compensated for delivering each 30-minute tutoring session, as well as 30 minutes of lesson preparation time for each session held. Tutors are also compensated for initial training and ongoing professional development.
• Background Checks: Fingerprinting and background checks are required. Initial fingerprinting costs average $50-$150, which will be reimbursed after submission of receipts.
• Location: Remote part-time position. All candidates must physically reside within Maryland and meet U.S. employment eligibility requirements. Tutors must have a private, quiet location free from distractions with a professional background.
• Scheduling: Tutors can request to work between 9 to 39 hours per week (most work 9 to 15 hours). Tutoring sessions are conducted exclusively on weekdays. Tutors must be available for a 15-minute early login prior to their session start. Each tutoring assignment lasts approximately 15 weeks.
• Lesson Planning and Delivery: Lessons are delivered using a structured, research-based curriculum. Tutors are initially trained to conduct literacy-based lessons. Once success is demonstrated, tutors may have opportunities to obtain additional endorsements in math tutoring (grades 3-5), literacy tutoring (grades 6-8), administering literacy assessments, and other special projects.
• Culture and Community: Amplify provides supportive coaching, ongoing professional training, and online platforms for tutors to connect, share ideas, and learn from each other.

Who We Are Looking For

• Minimum High School diploma or equivalent.
• Fluent English speaker.
• Comfortable and highly skilled with technology.
• Available a minimum of 90 minutes a day, 3 days a week (M-F) at consistent times during the school day between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM ET (e.g., Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays 10:00-11:30 AM).
• Access to a personal laptop or computer with a webcam and microphone (Chromebooks, iPads/tablets, and smartphones cannot be used for this role).
• Enjoys working with Kindergarten through Eighth Grade students.
• Interested in teaching lessons using the Amplify curriculum.
• Willing to accept and implement ongoing coaching and feedback.
• Interested in participating in professional development and learning opportunities.

Hiring Process

1. Apply: Submit your application online.
2. Interview: Complete a 15-minute one-way video interview designed to showcase your experience and educational knowledge.
3. Onboarding: Complete paperwork (including tax documents, I9 verification, and a contractor agreement) and a name-based national background check through our 3rd party staffing agency.
4. Training: Complete state/FBI fingerprinting background checks and a paid training course (approx. 10-15 hours) to learn how to navigate Amplify platforms and materials within 2 weeks of your start date.