Classroom Tutor

Fairbanks North Star Borough School District•FAIRBANKS, AK

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The classroom tutor provides academic development support to students in small groups or one-on-one settings. The tutor also supports classroom teachers with issues and strategies for working with disadvantaged children, helping meet district curriculum goals and students’ needs. The position is located at Denali Elementary School. Work hours are 7 hours per day, and the work year is 9 months. The new-hire hourly rate is Grade 6: $23.10–$25.64 DOE; the internal hourly rate is determined by the ESSA Negotiated Agreement. The position is in the Education Support Staff Association (ESSA) bargaining unit.

Requirements

Meet at least one of the following qualifications: a high school diploma or equivalent and completion of the ParaProfessional Assessment, or the ability to pass it within four months of hire; an associate’s degree or higher; or completion of two years of higher education (at least 48 semester hours) or the equivalent.
Work experience demonstrating the ability to maintain accurate records and implement plans.
Knowledge of high-school-level math, reading, English, social studies, and science.
Proven proficiency in oral and written communication skills in English.
Ability to relate and work successfully with students and adults.
Ability to work as part of a team in developing and delivering academic programs for students.

Responsibilities

Provide academic development support to students in small groups or one-on-one settings.
Support classroom teachers on issues and strategies for working with disadvantaged children.
Help students meet district curriculum goals and their academic needs.
Work as a team in developing and delivering academic programs for students.
Maintain accurate records and implement plans.