FTE Tutor Advisor

Position

Position: Tutor Advisor

Position type: Other / Tutor Advisor

Date posted: 2/16/2026

Closing date: 2/24/2026

Location: Dena`ina Elementary, Matanuska‑Susitna Borough School District

FTE: .875

Pay grade: 7

Starting wage: $19.77

Days per year: 202

Shift hours: 8:45‑4:15

Under the direct supervision and close and frequent proximity of a certified teacher performs instructional support services. The tutor advisor should be prepared to work with students in need of academic intervention.

• Provide one‑on‑one tutoring when a student would not receive instruction from a teacher.
• Assist with classroom management, such as organizing instructional and other materials, and compile accurate student records on attendance, testing results, and progress.
• Provide information, materials, and instructional support to classroom instructors.
• Conduct parent‑involvement activities, including contacting parents/legal guardians by telephone, in writing, and/or home visits to encourage participation; coordinate parent/family school functions and attend meetings and conferences to facilitate communication.
• Provide support in a library or media center.
• Provide instructional support services under the direct supervision of a teacher.
• Prepare items for program newsletters, school announcements, bulletins, and assist in organizing special events or guest speakers.
• Conduct progress‑monitoring assessments and maintain accurate databases.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Conduct initial multiple assessments to determine bilingual eligibility; conduct yearly assessments for English language acquisition and adequate yearly progress.
• Serve as a recruiter, compile surveys, initiate contact with eligible students/parents and complete initial Certificate of Eligibility.

Knowledge: Completed two years (48 semester credits) of study at a higher education institution; or an associate’s degree or meeting rigorous standards, plus formal assessment demonstrating ability to instruct reading, writing, and mathematics (or readiness). Placement knowledge of bilingual assessment methods is beneficial.

Skills: Maintain effective communication with students and staff; function as a team member; evaluate student achievement post‑lesson; keep accurate records; demonstrate instructional technology skills; experience working with diverse children.

Licensing requirements: Same as Knowledge requirement above.

Exert up to 20 pounds occasionally, up to 10 pounds frequently, or negligible force constantly to move objects. Classified as Light Work.

• High school diploma or GED, AND
• Two years of college (at least 48 semester hour credits), OR
• Associate’s (or higher) degree, OR
• Pass the Para Pro Assessment and the Paraprofessional Standards Checklist.

Apply online. Applications and/or transfers must be received in the Human Resources office by 4:30 PM on the closing date. Days per year are subject to change.

Applicants must list the specification of being Highly Qualified in their application and provide supporting documentation. If Qualified status is achieved through an associate’s degree or higher or 48 semester hours, transcripts from the university/college are required to verify status. Official transcripts are preferred but unofficial transcripts are acceptable if comprehensible and contain all necessary information.