ESD Tutor (High School Graduate)

Amarillo ISD • Amarillo, TX

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About The Position

PRIMARY PURPOSE: Lead student study groups in order to improve academic achievement for students. This position is supplemental to locally funded positions.

Requirements

• MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF EDUCATION SHOWING GRADUATION FROM HIGH SCHOOL
• Minimum Education/Certification: High school diploma and some college hours preferred
• Special Knowledge/Skills: Effective verbal and written communications skills as well as a high degree of literacy and higher order thinking skills
• Must have strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Follow written and/or oral directions and to exercise good judgement are required
• Work effectively and harmoniously with students and school personnel is essential
• Ability to instruct a small group of students
• Working knowledge of the grade level(s)/subject(s) assigned
• Regular attendance is an essential function.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with school age students is preferred. This experience may be work in church-related schools, day camps, youth groups, athletics, private schools, or similar experiences.

Responsibilities

• Comply with the guidelines of the Extended School Day Program
• Provide direct instruction to assigned students
• Plan for lessons to be taught in small or individual groups.
• Lead study groups using appropriate methodologies.
• Analyze individual student progress.
• Develop and maintains resources to support the students.
• Participate in tutor training and staff development.
• Establish with students a rapport that is friendly, but not familiar.
• Serve as role models for students.
• Keep the teacher informed of student progress.
• Keep the teacher informed of interactions with students.
• Be flexible in working with all students.
• Share in typing, duplicating, and record-keeping duties of the program.
• Maintain confidentiality in all matters.
• Model non-discriminatory practices in all activities;
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all local policies and state and federal statutes including the Educator Code of Ethics.
• Performs such other tasks and accepts such other responsibilities as may be assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED