Mathematics Tutor - Educational Research Study

About the role

Tatu City is recruiting a Mathematics Tutor for an educational research study based in Westlands, Kenya. The tutor runs two 40-minute mathematics sessions per week for 12 weeks (24 sessions in total), supporting Grade 7 or Grade 8 learners through the approved Khan Academy mathematics pathway while following strict research protocols.

Key responsibilities

• Facilitate two 40-minute sessions per week over 12 weeks, using the Common Help Ladder framework and keeping each learner interaction to about 2-3 minutes.
• Use guided questioning to encourage independent problem-solving and reasoning, and provide brief, targeted coaching.
• Teach only the approved Khan Academy pathway (Proportional Relationships, Equations and Expressions, Linear Relationships, Geometry and Measurement) with consistent timing and pacing; no homework or extra lessons.
• Follow all study procedures, document sessions only with participant IDs, protect learner confidentiality, and report any protocol deviations or safeguarding concerns immediately.
• No AI tools, including Microsoft Copilot, are allowed in the study cohort.

Required profile

• Diploma, bachelor's degree or equivalent in Education; specialization in Mathematics, Science or a related field preferred.
• Current Teacher Service Commission (TSC) registration is an added advantage.
• Proven experience teaching Mathematics at Grade 7 and/or Grade 8 level.
• Strong understanding of the Kenyan Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), especially Junior Secondary Mathematics.
• Experience supporting learners with diverse learning needs; previous research study experience is desirable but not mandatory.

Required skills

• Basic digital literacy and use of learning management systems and online platforms.
• Competence with tablets, laptops and web-based learning tools.