AVID Tutor

Position Title: AVID Tutor FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Department: Curriculum and Instruction Reports to: Director of Student Development Location: Schools Position Type: Part Time Salary Range: $12.50/hr Description of Position: Insert high level description of the positionESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate and take an active role in developing the academic and personal strength of students
• Learn and practice AVID instructional strategies to develop students’ writing, inquiry, collaboration, organization, and reading (WICOR) skills.
• Assist students in any subject area, by being familiar with students’ textbooks and materials and AVID classroom resources.
• Work with students at all phases of the of the writing process, such as brainstorming, clustering, read arounds, revisions, and editing.
• Assist in teaching study skills and other skills necessary for college preparation.
• Communicate regularly with the AVID coordinator/teacher regarding student progress and areas of concern and confer with the teacher about future tutorial plans.
• Assure that students complete work in a timely manner.
• Establish and maintain rapport with students, while upholding the tone and atmosphere of the classroom set by the elective teacher(s).
• Set an example of personal excellence and high expectation for all AVID students to follow.
• Participate in all required trainings, professional development sessions, and meetings.
• Adhere to district/site policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the AVID Director.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Preferred college student (or college graduate) with a minimum of 2.5 GPA.
• Must have a strong academic background, evidenced by college transcript.
• Effective communicative skills with students and adults.
• Passionate belief in the ability of all students to graduate college-ready.

All employees hired by the school district must pass a criminal background and child abuse registry check.PREFERRED SKILLS

• Knowledge of basic subjects taught including pre-algebra, algebra grammar, spelling, language, reading and writing process.
• Must have the ability to follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with faculty, students, and staff.
• Learn and practice AVID strategies and methodology.
• Maintain a consistent, positive, and professional rapport with students.

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