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. QUALIFICATIONS: 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 Work Conditions: Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office/educational equipment including personal computer, tablets, Smart Board, etc. Posture: Prolonged sitting, standing and walking; bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Repetitive hand motions Lifting: Lifting and carrying (less than 50 pounds) Environment: Must be able to work with frequent interruptions in a variety of educational settings and maintain professional demeanor under stress; Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise Regular attendance is an essential function. Minimum Experience: 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.

Requirements

• MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF EDUCATION SHOWING GRADUATION FROM HIGH SCHOOL
• High school diploma
• Effective verbal and written communications skills
• High degree of literacy and higher order thinking skills
• 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

• Some college hours preferred
• 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