Tutor - IDEA Riverview Academy (Immediate Opening)

IDEA Public Schools • Brownsville, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Tutors work with students during the school day, focusing on specific objectives while providing additional practice, guidance, and one-on-one attention in Road to and Through College (RTTC) classrooms. The role includes tutoring in math and science or language arts and humanities, supporting writing and college-preparation skills, and helping students build a productive and enthusiastic learning environment. Tutors spend a minimum of 10–20 hours at school per week. Compensation is $12.50 per hour.

Requirements

• At least 48 hours of college credit with a minimum 2.5 GPA, or two years of full-time instructional experience in a K–12 school in lieu of the education requirement.
• Ability to instruct students and manage student behavior.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to a variety of situations in the school environment.
• Knowledge of the assigned subject.
• Creative problem-solving and teamwork skills.
• Minimum of 10–20 hours at school per week.

Responsibilities

• Use technology effectively as a communication and educational tool to improve student achievement and manage work-related tasks.
• Implement a clear, consistent behavior-management system aligned with campus-wide initiatives while developing students’ character and sense of community.
• Help develop a school-wide culture that fosters a productive and enthusiastic learning environment.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with students and families based on trust, understanding, and respect for their communities.
• Use student notes and discussions to determine concepts that need to be taught or retaught.
• Become familiar with the materials in the Road to and Through College (RTTC) Libraries, and with students’ textbooks and instructional materials.
• Conduct tutorial sessions in math and science or in language arts and humanities.
• Conduct mini-lessons on writing across subject areas, study skills, and other aspects of college preparation.
• Support students through phases of the writing process, including brainstorming, clustering, revision, and editing.
• Communicate frequently and honestly with the college counseling team and teachers about student progress and areas of concern.
• Host tutoring sessions as needed to meet students’ needs.

Benefits

• Medical plan with the majority of the employee premium covered, and the majority of costs for spouse/domestic partner and children subsidized.
• Eligible staff may receive up to 8 weeks of paid family leave for the birth or adoption of a child, based on tenure and caregiver designation.
• Tuition reimbursement of up to 50% of qualifying degree-program tuition, with a maximum of $5,250 per year, subject to manager discretion and budget availability.
• Employer-paid mental and behavioral health support, including five face-to-face counseling sessions per year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other work-life services.
• Dental and vision plans.
• Disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Parenting benefits.
• Flexible spending account options.
• Generous vacation time.
• Referral bonuses.
• Professional development.
• 403(b) plan.
• Relocation allowance may be offered to defray moving costs, if applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree