Reading Tutor/MTSS Support

Elite School Staffing • Detroit, MI

5d • $50,000 • Onsite

About The Position

This role is within the Special Education department and reports to the Director of Specialized Student Services. The primary function is to provide instruction to students who are at-risk academically and behaviorally. This includes delivering small group instruction in Reading, reinforcing skills and strategies, and maintaining an activity log. The position also involves collaborating with classroom teachers weekly to plan supplemental programming, accommodation strategies, and differentiated instruction. Continuous professional development is expected through seminars, workshops, and meetings. The role also encompasses other duties related to Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS).

Requirements

• Knowledge of child cognitive development and various learning styles
• Knowledge of MTSS and experience with facilitating Tier 2 instruction (core academics and behavioral)
• Ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative student data
• Strength in using data to drive instruction
• Possess experience with Tier 2 instruction
• Possess the skills and desire to work in a collaborative team with others
• Possess experience with computer instruction and technology
• Able to lift 15 pounds to carry, push/or pull items
• Hear and speak to exchange information in person or on the telephone
• The ability to travel to other buildings within the district is required

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to academic and behaviorally at-risk students
• Provide small group instruction in Reading
• Reinforce skills and/or strategies by assisting identified students, in small groups, with activities that supplement the teacher’s instruction
• Keep an activity log delineating what areas of instruction are focused on (i.e. reading, behavior)
• Collaborate with classroom teachers on a weekly basis to plan supplemental programming, accommodation strategies (behavioral) and/or differentiated instruction for identified students
• Continue to acquire professional knowledge and learning of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional development meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned (Multi-Tiered Systems of Support)

What This Job Offers

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