Educational Support Tutors (Certified Positions

Educational Support Tutor (K8)

Position:
Educational Support Tutor (K8)

Reports To:

Building Principal and Director of Curriculum & Instruction

Employment:
School Year Position

Hours:

Not to exceed 5.5 hours per day/Not to exceed 4 days a week

Qualifications:

Valid Indiana Teaching License. Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. Successful completion of all required background checks.

Position Summary:

The Educational Support Tutor provides instructional support to students and teachers in grades K8 through targeted interventions, small-group instruction, classroom support, and progress monitoring. The tutor collaborates with classroom teachers, instructional coaches, and administrators to accelerate student achievement and support the implementation of high-quality instructional practices aligned with Jennings County School Corporation's curriculum, strategic plan, and Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS).

Essential Responsibilities:

• Provide targeted reading and mathematics interventions to individual students and small groups.
• Support classroom instruction through co-teaching, differentiated instruction, and supplemental academic support.
• Collaborate with teachers, instructional coaches, and administrators to identify student needs and develop instructional plans.
• Assist with administering assessments, monitoring student progress, and using data to inform instructional decisions.
• Support the implementation of evidence-based instructional practices.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and communicate results with teachers and administrators.
• Foster positive relationships with students while maintaining a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment.
• Utilize instructional technology and digital resources to enhance student learning.
• Participate in professional learning, grade-level/content-area collaboration, and district initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal or district administration.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices across grades K8.
• Understanding of Indiana Academic Standards and evidence-based instructional strategies.
• Knowledge of MTSS, intervention practices, and progress monitoring.
• Effective classroom management and student behavior support skills.
• Strong organizational, communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with instructional technology and educational software.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a professional learning community.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience achieving successful student outcomes.
• Demonstration of success in improving student achievement and outcomes.
• Knowledge of effective literacy and mathematical instructional practices.
• Experience using student assessment data to guide instruction.
• Experience working with diverse learners and supporting differentiated instruction.

$40/hr. (22 hrs./week maximum)