We’re seeking an open-minded, engaging English tutor for two native-English middle schoolers focused on reading, writing, speech/presentation, and grammar.
==== You should ====
Be excited to experiment with novel teaching methods, apply learning-science principles, observe outcomes, and iterate quickly based on results.
Partner with parents to personalize instruction and accelerate the student’s academic growth.
==== What you’ll do ====
Teach up to 2 sessions/week (remote OK; occasional in-person near Gunn High or on the Stanford campus required).
Work with parents to personalize and optimize teaching materials and approaches; collaborate on curriculum ideas and propose what to try next.
Design and test micro-experiments (e.g., retrieval practice, spaced writing drills, sentence combining, AI-assisted feedback, deliberate practice).
Track outcomes (pre/post checks, rubrics, reading-fluency estimates) and share concise weekly notes.
==== You are ====
If there’s strong mutual fit and results, we may explore an expanded role (e.g., founding tutor) with potential equity and co-founder consideration for an EdTech startup.
Please do not message this poster about other commercial services.