Native American​/Alaskan Native Tutor

Position: NATIVE AMERICAN/ALASKAN NATIVE TUTOR)
Native American/Alaskan Native Tutor

Reports To:

Assistant Director of Teaching and Learning

Bargaining Unit:

None

Department:

Teaching and Learning

Salary Schedule

N/A

Employment Type:

Temporary

Salary Range:

$29. 00

FLSA Status:

Hourly

Adopted Date:

September 2024

Hours per Day:

1 to 2 not to exceed 8 hours with current position total.

Days per Year:

Varies; 1-4 days per week though the school day

Belonging is a core value in the South Kitsap School District. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable learning environment for all students and staff. We actively seek to understand the complex and rich identities of self and others and lean into and engage in courageous conversations. We know the educational environment is enhanced when diverse groups of people with unique ideas come together to learn and grow.

South Kitsap Employees Will:

* Maintain and enhance a sense of belonging and success for traditionally marginalized populations.

* Cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationship with students, families, staff, and community members.

* Demonstrate understanding of our unique cultures and celebrate differences.

* Embrace and actively promote an inclusive and equitable learning environment.

Comments:
This is a grant funded, temporary position for the  school year with a schedule built by the student/student family and the availability of the staff.

SUMMARY:

The role of a Para educator Tutor in the Native American | Alaskan Native Education program is to provide after school academic support for interested Native students, specifically in the subjects of ELA and Math. Tutors will be placed with students in their own building and meet with them for two hours per week on days predetermined by the Para educator and family.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

Provide extra academic support in ELA, math, and other core subjects.

Assist students with homework, preparing for tests, and projects as recommended by classroom teacher.

Coordinate and communicate with classroom teachers to find out areas of focus and support instruction.

Guide and support students in subjects at their grade level.

Communicate with parents about work completed.

Regularly update Native American | Alaskan Native Support Specialist with status of tutoring.

Model and support a safe and positive learning environment.

Follow all District Board Policies and professional expectations.

Work one-on-one without direct supervision.

Upon completion of tutoring, supervise student until parent or arranged pickup arrives.

Competencies:

Teamwork - Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes appropriate feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests;

Customer Service - Maintains professional demeanor when in the building. Seeks feedback and problem solving when issues arise.

Mathematical Skills - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals;
Pre-Algebra and Algebra knowledge.

Interpersonal Skills - Keeps emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and to try new things; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment;

Oral and Written Communication - Listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; read and comprehend written and verbal instructions; writes clearly and informatively;

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments;

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality;

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly;

Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on follows built schedule.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; meets commitments; follows policies and procedures.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

The environmental factors described here are representative of those that may be present in the workplace while the employee performs the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 20% sitting, 30% walking, and 50% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and a generally hazard free environment.

Education and Experience:

* School experience

* South Kitsap School District…