Middle School - PARAPROFESSIONAL TUTOR

Description

Amethod Public Schools (AMPS) is mission and values driven organization. Our mission is to provide a

rigorous college preparatory education and character development program that will prepare students

from underserved communities to succeed in college and beyond. Our day to day work is embodied

with a set of core values: Students First, Be Adaptable, Perseverance, Take Responsibility, and

Commitment to Distinction. We are looking for team members who exude these values and a passion

for our mission.

POSITION SUMMARY

The tutor position will provide academic assistance services to students who need remedial assistance,

including tutoring students in specific academic areas related to their core curriculum and/or assist

students with their homework assignments during the afterschool program. Tutors engage in academic

activities with selected students either one-on-one or with small groups. Many of the children that

tutors work with are performing below their expected academic grade level. The tutor will be under the

supervision of the Site Director.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

•  Tutoring students in 1-on-1 and/or small groups.
•  Prepare lesson plans to focus on specific academic areas designated by Classroom Teacher,

School Director, and Instructional Resource Teacher

•  Assist with integrating core-curriculum concepts into tutoring component
•  Manage groups of students to make efficient use of time
•  Consult with Site Director on academic assistance strategies
•  Communicate regularly with school-day teachers and ASES program staff
•  Ensure student safety and school accountability
•  Keep accurate records and collect data on students according to grant requirements
•  Attend trainings on core-curriculum concepts and math/reading interventions
•  Attend staff meetings
•  Attend in-service trainings as well as other appropriate trainings according to Professional Development

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Required knowledge and skills

 Work experience in a school setting with students

 Must possess organization, communication and problem solving skills.

 Must pass a DOJ background check.

 Must be willing to create and follow through with individualized professional development plan.

 Ability to demonstrate skills in development of academic activities.

 Strong administrative and organizational skills.

 High level of communication skills, both written and oral.

 Strong initiative and ability to solve problems.

Educational background and experience required

 Bachelor’s degree from an accredited University

 Experience working and challenging students academically