AVID Tutor

Lewis & Clark College • Portland, OR

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Beaverton School District's Teaching & Learning Department supports student success through a coordinated system of programs and services, including Equity & Inclusion, Multilingual Services, Special Education, and Student Programs such as AVID. AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) is a college and career readiness program that helps students develop academic, organizational, and collaborative skills through elective classes and structured tutorial support. AVID Tutors support the department's mission by facilitating student-led tutorial groups, encouraging inquiry-based learning, helping students strengthen critical thinking skills, and fostering confidence and academic engagement. This position provides valuable experience in education, mentoring, communication, leadership, and group facilitation while building transferable skills that support future career goals and enhance a professional resume.

Requirements

• Federal Work-Study required
• When working in the classroom, employees must dress in school-appropriate attire.
• Friendly, approachable, and professional demeanor.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Strong active listening skills and patience when working with adolescents.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when working with student information.
• Ability to work collaboratively with classroom teachers and school staff.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently when appropriate.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful learning environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with middle school or high school students in tutoring, mentoring, coaching, camp, volunteer, or classroom settings.
• Experience facilitating small-group discussions or collaborative learning activities.
• Familiarity with AVID, college readiness programs, or educational support services.
• Demonstrated leadership experience through student organizations, athletics, employment, or community involvement.
• Bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Guide a small group of students through inquiry-based learning by asking probing questions and encouraging critical thinking.
• Monitor and document student preparation, participation, and progress during Tutorials.
• Adapt to changing classroom needs and support alternative AVID activities when Tutorials are not scheduled.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate relevant observations to the AVID teacher.
• Serve as a positive role model and mentor for middle and high school students.

Benefits

• Valuable experience in education, mentoring, communication, leadership, and group facilitation
• Building transferable skills that support future career goals
• Enhance a professional resume

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed