Certified Tutor at Fairless High School Math​/Science Licensure

Position: Certified Tutor at Fairless High School - .5 day Math/Science Licensure Preferred
Location: Brewster

FAIRLESS LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: TUTOR File 314

Reports to: Principal

Job Objective: Plans, implements, and assesses student learning experiences for assigned students. Helps students make appropriate choices. Keeps stakeholders informed about emerging issues. Encourages parental involvement.

Minimum
• Valid state department of education license/certificate appropriate for the position.

Qualifications:
• Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test, etc.).

• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.
• Keeps current with technology and other workplace innovations that support job functions.
• Training and/or experience in behavioral management techniques.

Essential The following are typical work responsibilities. A reasonable accommodation may be made to

Functions: enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential functions.

• Consults with teachers to clarify classroom assignments and review intervention strategies.
• Schedules student sessions. Maintains a thorough understanding of subject material. Creates effective student learning experiences. Documents teaching performance objectives. Uses formal and informal assessment strategies to monitor and manage student learning.
• Upholds board policies and follows administrative procedures. Promotes a professional image of the school district. Encourages community partnerships that enhance district programs.
• Prepares the assigned classroom or instructional area. Collects, organizes, and prepares teaching materials. Reinforces concepts introduced in inclusive settings. Varies instructional techniques to address diverse learning styles. Makes teachers aware of concerns and emerging issues.
• Helps students take full advantage of the learning environment (e.g., use of instructional/media resources, access/proximity to activities, etc.).
• Communicates expectations, provides guidance, and shows an active interest in student progress.
• Facilitates self-reliance, problem-solving, critical-thinking, creativity, and performance skills.
• Plans collaborative learning activities that encourage and support positive peer relationships.
• Upholds the student conduct code. Implements effective pupil management procedures. Maintains a positive learning environment. Helps parents/students understand academic objectives, behavioral standards, and performance expectations.
• Consults with support personnel to address student concerns (e.g., excessive absences, at-risk behavior, mental/physical health, family/peer relations, etc.).
• Collaborates with staff to implement and monitor behavior management plans when required.
• Proctors district testing activities as directed. Upholds security procedures. Helps students with content-area preparation activities.
  
  Note:
  
  certificated staff only.
• Maintains accurate records and submits reports on time.
• Evaluates student achievement/performance. Prepares periodic student progress reports. Consults with parents as needed (e.g., phone calls, notes, meetings, etc.).
• Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Promotes the proper use and care of school property. Oversees the cleaning, repair, replacement, and storage of program supplies/equipment.
• Takes precautions to ensure safety. Monitors situations that may indicate a problem. Provides appropriate student supervision. Works with supervisors to manage or eliminate risk factors.
• Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect to civil authorities as required by law.
• Supervises non-classroom activities when assigned.
• Participates in staff meetings, conferences, and other required school activities.
• Encourages parent organizations and supports school-sponsored activities.
• Pursues growth opportunities that enhance professional performance and advance district goals.
• Strives to develop rapport and serves as a positive role model for others.
• Provides prompt notification of absences. Ensures that student lists and teaching materials are readily available for substitutes.
• • Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate…