Reading and Math Tutor

University of New Mexico • Albuquerque, NM

2d • $17 • Onsite

About The Position

This job is to work as a reading, writing, and math tutor under the direction of first-grade teachers to provide academic and emotional support through direct instruction, guided practice, and games. Students come in at many levels and being able to give them small group instruction at their level and more adult attention increases their socio-emotional skills and academic success.

Requirements

• Enrolled in a degree seeking program at UNM
• Enrolled at least half-time (6 hours) at UNM for fall and spring semesters (Audit hours do not count)
• If Work Study, you must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress
• Have passed the APS background check
• Be able to read, write and follow directions in English (o español) or both.
• Be able to be a role model (model appropriate language and behavior)
• Be reliable
• Be available 3-5 times a week at the same time. (times can be adjusted by semester)
• Be available for a short training, possibly on a Saturday and some ongoing training during the teachers’ prep times.
• Be tolerant and respectful of different cultural perspectives.
• Be willing to utilize positive discipline techniques.
• Be willing to follow classroom procedures and rules.
• Be able to stay off your cell phone while with students.
• For English speakers, be able to work between 11:40 am and 2:40 pm (to 3:40 if you work in Genius Hour)
• Para hablantes del español, ser disponible entre las 8:00 am hasta las 11:00 am.
• Be patient and have a positive attitude.
• Be able to ask questions.
• Be hardworking and self-directed.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic and emotional support through direct instruction
• Provide academic and emotional support through guided practice
• Provide academic and emotional support through games
• Give small group instruction at their level
• Give more adult attention to increase their socio-emotional skills and academic success

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees