Elementary Tutor

Rocketship Public Schools • Nashville, TN

7d • Onsite

About The Position

At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential. And it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across our country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential. The Position Tutors work closely with a team of teachers to support the academic growth and developmental needs of all students. This role is responsible for leading and managing a homeroom classroom while students engage in collaborative, age-appropriate centers, developmental play, and online learning aligned to individualized student data goals. Tutors also provide targeted small-group instruction and intervention support to help bridge learning gaps and reinforce key academic skills. This position is well suited for individuals who aspire to become classroom teachers and are looking for a more supportive, steady on-ramp into leading a classroom environment. Tutors gain valuable experience in whole-group instruction, classroom leadership, student engagement, and academic intervention while working within a highly collaborative school setting. Candidates should feel comfortable working in an active, consistently engaging classroom environment where multiple learning activities may take place simultaneously. Strong whole-group classroom management skills, the ability to maintain student engagement, and confidence directing students in both independent and collaborative learning are critical to success in this role.

Requirements

• Commitment to Rocketship's mission, vision, and goals
• Passion for working with children; ability to motivate and support children in reaching high levels of academic success
• Previous experience managing and/or teaching groups of elementary-age students is strongly preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to engage and work closely with a wide range of staff members
• Basic computer skills including troubleshooting and an ability to communicate about technical difficulties
• Ability to efficiently interpret, manage, and utilize multiple sets of data in order to best support students' progress
• Ability to learn laws, rules, practices and procedures related to public education and specific to Rocketship Education
• Fluency in English
• Flexibility and a willingness to learn

Nice To Haves

• Interest in becoming a credentialed teacher is a plus, but not required.
• Bachelor's Degree is a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

• Motivate students to participate in learning activities; create a positive student culture around centers, developmental play and small group tutoring; maintain high behavioral expectations for all students
• Ensure that students have access to a joyful but productive learning environment by enforcing all campus safety rules and behavior expectations
• Actively guide students in collaborative centers through observation and group discussion
• Tutor small groups of students on literacy and/or math skills; use Rocketship-adopted curricula to deliver lessons which align to students' Individualized Learning Plans
• Conduct monthly progress monitoring assessments of progress for students participating in intervention; communicate progress monitoring results to families and classroom teachers; work with grade level teams to interpret progress monitoring data and use it to make intervention decisions for students
• Communicate and collaborate with the teachers at their grade level, and school administrators; participate actively in staff development opportunities as a member of the Rocketship team
• Maintain all Learning Lab materials including centers, computer equipment and accessories

Benefits

• Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

What This Job Offers

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