Elementary Tutor

At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential. And it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across our country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential.
The PositionAs a Learning Lab Tutor, you’ll be an integral part of our Grade Level Team(s), working closely with teachers to ensure all students succeed. You’ll lead your own homeroom cohort, fostering a supportive and productive environment where students engage in age-appropriate activities, developmental play, and small-group academic interventions.Your responsibilities include facilitating online learning programs, leading whole-group instruction, and providing tiered interventions to meet diverse student needs. You’ll also prepare and internalize lesson plans, gaining valuable hands-on experience similar to that of a Lead Teacher.
This position is ideal for individuals who thrive in collaborative, energetic environments with consistent activity levels (our Learning Lab often hosts two classes at a time). Whether you’re aspiring to become a teacher or looking to make a meaningful impact in education, this is the perfect opportunity to grow and develop your skills.
Location: Rocketship Nashville Northeast - 2526 Dickerson Pike, Nashville, TN 37207

Essential Functions:

• Motivate students to participate in learning activities; create a positive student culture around centers, developmental play and small group tutoring; maintain high behavioral expectations for all students 
• Ensure that students have access to a joyful but productive learning environment by enforcing all campus safety rules and behavior expectations 
• Actively guide students in collaborative centers through observation and group discussion 
• Tutor small groups of students on literacy and/or math skills; use Rocketship-adopted curricula to deliver lessons which align to students' Individualized Learning Plans 
• Conduct monthly progress monitoring assessments of progress for students participating in intervention; communicate progress monitoring results to families and classroom teachers; work with grade level teams to interpret progress monitoring data and use it to make intervention decisions for students 
• Communicate and collaborate with the teachers at their grade level, and school administrators; participate actively in staff development opportunities as a member of the Rocketship team 
• Maintain all Learning Lab materials including centers, computer equipment and accessories

Qualifications:

• Commitment to Rocketship's mission, vision, and goals 
• Passion for working with children; ability to motivate and support children in reaching high levels of academic success 
• Previous experience managing and/or teaching groups of elementary-age students is strongly preferred 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to engage and work closely with a wide range of staff members 
• Basic computer skills including troubleshooting and an ability to communicate about technical difficulties   
• Ability to efficiently interpret, manage, and utilize multiple sets of data in order to best support students' progress 
• Ability to learn laws, rules, practices and procedures related to public education and specific to Rocketship Education 
• Fluency in English 
• Flexibility and a willingness to learn 
• Interest in becoming a credentialed teacher is a plus, but not required. 
• Bachelor's Degree is a plus, but not required

Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and communicate with both adults and children. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally climb ladders. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and