AVID Tutor Job Oxford area,Mississippi USA,Education / Teaching

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 position

Essential 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 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.