Neglected & Delinquent Program Tutor

Position Summary

The Neglected & Delinquent Program Tutor is a residential facility‑based position located at either Boys Town or Raintree House and is responsible for improving educational services for children and youth in local, tribal, and State institutions who are neglected or delinquent. The goal is to help them meet the same challenging State academic standards that all children in the State are expected to meet.

This position provides individual or small‑group instruction to students assigned to the facility.

• Be available for up to 8 hours per week, generally Monday through Thursday between the hours of 3:30–7 pm to provide tutoring services at the assigned residential facility.
• Use specified evidence‑based small‑group and/or individual instruction to improve educational services for neglected or delinquent students across subject areas and assessment preparation.
• Incorporate educational technology into lessons to enhance learning experiences.
• Provide youth with well‑rounded learning experiences, including exploration opportunities.
• Build meaningful relationships with youth and decrease the likelihood of dropout.
• Maintain accurate data‑based documentation of continuous monitoring of student performance and progress.
• Interact collaboratively and productively with site personnel.
• Perform other related jobs as needed.

• Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university and meet the requirements and expectations set in Act 99.
• Valid Louisiana teaching certification strongly preferred.
• Teaching experience strongly preferred.
• Thorough understanding of pedagogy and best practices of education.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong classroom management skills.
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff, and outside agencies.