Tutor - Acad. Youth Prog.

Ada S. McKinley Community Services, Inc • Chicago, IL

31d • $19 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Program Director, delivers academic tutoring to students in the 6th, 7th and 8th grades. This role involves reviewing provided materials, presenting concepts to improve student skills, and applying instructional methods taught by the Reading Specialist. The tutor will also attend joint training sessions, facilitate enrichment activities, and organize tutorial materials. Maintaining accurate student information, documenting and communicating student issues, and keeping a log of tutoring activities for self-evaluation are key responsibilities. The tutor is expected to learn students' names, build positive relationships, provide personal support, and conduct tutoring sessions with individuals and small groups.

Requirements

• Successful completion of at least three years of undergraduate study.
• Ability to serve as a positive role model and mentor.
• Previous work experience and/or coursework involving tutoring or mentoring elementary school-aged students.
• Ability to work part-time during afternoon and evening hours.
• Ability to work full-time during July and August for the summer program.
• Ability to follow lesson plans and learn to use instructional materials effectively.
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Responsible and committed to helping youth from underserved communities.
• Enthusiastic about supporting children’s interests, talents, and skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Enjoys working with students, parents, and other community representatives.
• Reliable, dependable, and punctual.
• Friendly and positive attitude.
• Patient, flexible, and comfortable working with elementary school-aged children.
• Ability to establish positive and supportive relationships with children.

Responsibilities

• Review materials provided by the School Administrator and present concepts that increase and improve students’ skill sets.
• Understand and apply the principles and instructional methods taught by the Reading Specialist.
• Attend joint training, planning, and preparation sessions under the direct supervision of the Reading Specialist.
• Facilitate and assist with planning enrichment activities and workshops.
• Organize tutorial materials and supplies before each tutoring session.
• Maintain accurate student information, including attendance, test scores, progress reports, phone numbers, and addresses.
• Document student problems and concerns and communicate them immediately to the Program Director and/or Program Coordinator.
• Maintain a log/journal of tutoring activities and experiences for self-evaluation and professional development.
• Learn students’ names promptly and develop positive relationships with them.
• Conduct tutoring sessions with individuals and small groups under the supervision of the Program Director.
• Provide personal support and encouragement to help students overcome obstacles to academic success.

Benefits

• Paid vacation
• Paid Sick Time
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 403(b) Plan
• Life Insurance
• Long-term & short-term disability
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Family medical leave
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

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