Elementary Tutor - Part Time

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Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. Our mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. The Y strengthens the foundations of communities and families through our key areas of focus—youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility—and our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

We are committed to this cause because a strong community is achieved when we invest in our children, health, neighbors, and values.

Part‑time. $25.00/hour. Schedule varies.

Under the direction of the Education Director, the Tutor ensures that the YMCA meets the needs of its members in the safest and most enjoyable atmosphere. They are responsible for planning and executing instructional plans for all assigned clients, communicating with students, parents/guardians, and other significant tutors, and teaching 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 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 related to the position; maintain current certifications required by the position.
• Other duties as assigned by the Education Director.

Experience and Education

• 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 helping students achieve academic goals.

• Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to be innovative, adaptive, and resourceful in creating instructional plans.
• Knowledge of resources for a variety of instructional methods.
• Possess maturity, responsibility, and a sincere interest in working with students.
• Ability to work independently and be self‑motivating.
• Understanding of the YMCA, its goals, and its mission.
• Ability to observe confidentiality.
• Intermediate computer skills such as Microsoft Office, Excel, and Publisher, email, etc.
• 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:
  Understands and supports the mission of the YMCA; displays the YMCA values; is flexible and accepts changes; tries new methods and makes suggestions; shows strong commitment and enthusiasm.
• Builds Community:
  Understands and embraces the role of volunteers; helps members and participants make connections; practices effective relationship‑building techniques; supports the role of fundraising in achieving the YMCA…