English Learner (EL) Tutor

English Learner (EL) Tutor

Wethersfield Public Schools partner with the community and families in fostering our students' ongoing education in a safe and engaging learning environment. Our schools are demographically diverse and are characterized by respectful behavior, trusting relationships, caring educators/administrators/staff and continuous learning.

Position:
English Learner (EL) Tutor

School:
Corpus Christi School

Reports To:

Wethersfield Public Schools Assistant Superintendent

Start Date:

Immediate

Compensation: $28.00 - $33.02 per hour worked paid for hours worked only. Position carries no entitlement to healthcare or paid time off benefits.

Hours:

2 hours per day (Monday-Friday)

Application Date:
Posting will remain open until filled

Note:

This position is not part of the union and is not covered by any collective bargaining agreement.

Summary:

Wethersfield Public Schools is seeking a motivated and dedicated individual to serve as an English Learner (EL) Tutor at Corpus Christi School with a primary focus to assist English Learners in the development of English language skills and the acquisition of academic concepts. The tutor will help provide an effective and comprehensive education for English language learners in order for them to acquire English language proficiency and function successfully in academic and social settings.

The tutor will support students in grades kindergarten through sixth grade, to help gain English language proficiency through listening, speaking, reading and writing activities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide English Learner instruction and academic support through the implementation of the EL curriculum;
• Work directly with students to provide one-on-one, small group instruction or push into classrooms;
• Monitor student progress; record student performance data to review with EL coordinator;
• Provide students with positive feedback and encouragement;
• Foster a positive learning environment that is sensitive to diverse cultural backgrounds and individual student needs;
• Provide teacher consultation;
• Provide LAS/Standardized testing support;
• Provide support for all aspects of a student's day (class schedule, meal periods, etc.);
• Attend professional development sessions related to EL instruction and materials.

Qualifications:

• Hold minimum of an Associates' Degree;
• Teacher certification is preferred, but not required;
• Ability to work with students in a classroom, small group, and/or one-on-one environment;
• Ability to follow coordinator/teacher/staff directions with respect to instruction, assessment, and programming;
• Strong communication skills;
• Computer software skills such as Word, Excel, Google Apps, and comfort with assorted web-based software programs;
• Ability to work in a team environment;
• Enthusiasm for helping children;
• Willingness to learn new skills and demonstrate a growth mindset;
• Respectful attitude;
• Ability to manage plans and drive positive results;
• Patience, flexibility and adaptability.

All applicants must apply on-line.

Wethersfield Public School System Nondiscrimination Policy The Wethersfield Public Schools is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons. The Wethersfield Public Schools does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability), genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws.

Inquiries regarding the Wethersfield Public School System's nondiscrimination policies and practices should be directed to:
Title IX Coordinator, Director of Special Services, 127 Hartford Avenue, Wethersfield, CT 06109.