Math Tutor - High School - Part Time

Overview

Math Tutor - High School - Part Time role at YMCA of Central New York. Under the direction of the Education Director, the Tutor will ensure that the YMCA meets the needs of its members in the safest and most enjoyable atmosphere. The Tutor is responsible for planning and executing instructional plans for all assigned clients and for building collaborative relationships with students, parents/guardians and other Tutors.

The Tutor will demonstrate and teach the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

• Assess students using formal and informal instructional strategies.
• Create and implement instructional plans to assist students in reaching their academic goals.
• Build a positive line of communication with parents and teachers to ensure that the student’s needs are identified and met.
• Communicate guidelines, strategies, goals and progress of instructional time with parents/guardians.
• Report to and update the Education Director with goals, strategies, and progress as requested.
• Responsible for completing any administrative tasks related to the instructional position.
• Work to develop positive relationships with parents, students and other significant Tutors.
• Create an environment of interest, confidence, and support within which students can grow.
• Ensure the instructional environment follows the guidelines established in the CAP training.
• Actively pursue training, learning opportunities, and certifications relating to the position; maintain current certifications required by the position.
• Other duties as assigned by the Education Director.

• Bachelor’s degree, in depth knowledge of subject area, and experience working with students to achieve academic goals.
• Certified teacher certificate.
• Minimum of two-years of experience working to help students achieve academic goals.

• Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills are critical to the success of this position.
• Ability to be innovative, adaptive, and resourceful in creating instructional plans.
• Possess knowledge of resources for a variety of instructional methods.
• Brings to this position maturity, responsibility, and a sincere interest in working with students.
• Possesses ability to work independently and to be self-motivating.
• Possess a general knowledge and understanding of the YMCA, its goals, and its mission.
• Ability to observe confidentiality.
• Possess intermediate computer skills such as Microsoft Office, Excel, Publisher, and email.
• Able to work a flexible work schedule to include evenings and weekends.

• Must complete online Bloodborne Pathogens, Employee Safety and Youth Protection Series trainings prior to initial assignment to position.
• Must hold CPR, AED, and First Aid (may be required at some branches) certifications or successfully complete no later than 30-days after employment begins.
• Must complete online Hazard Communication training within the first 90-days of employment.
• Must attend and complete Listen First within the first 90-days of employment.

• Supports the Mission, Vision and Direction of the YMCA; demonstrates commitment to the YMCA values and adapts to changes.
• Builds Community: understands the role of volunteers and helps members and participants make connections to the YMCA.
• Provides a Quality Experience for Members, Participants, Internal Customer and Others: delivers outstanding experiences and builds positive relationships.
• Works Productively: performs duties safely, on time, and in accordance with standards and procedures.
• Uses Effective Personal Behaviors/Communicates Effectively: treats everyone with courtesy and respect; communicates clearly and listens actively.

• Strong relationships with parents, students, and tutors.
• Experience developing and implementing effective instructional plans.

Ability to frequently sit, use hands, stand, walk, reach, balance, stoop, crouch, kneel and climb. Ability to lift and/or carry up to 35 pounds. Vision abilities required: close, color, distance, peripheral, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Office environment with potential travel; moderate noise level. May be exposed to prevailing weather conditions.

• Entry level

• Part-time

• Education and Training

• Health, Wellness & Fitness

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