21st Century Tutor - North Ridge Crossing

Boys & Girls Clubs Of The Tennessee Valley; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Boys & Girls Clubs Of The Tennessee Valley is seeking a Part Time 21st Century Tutor in Knoxville, TN to provide after-school tutoring and mentoring under the 21st Century/LEAP grants. The role involves developing and delivering lessons, coordinating with teachers, and maintaining progress records.

The ideal candidate holds a 4-year degree and relevant tutoring experience; teaching certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum BA or BS degree.
• Ideal candidate is a certified teacher.
• Has experience tutoring children.

Responsibilities

• Provides academic tutoring to students.
• Develops lesson plans appropriate for students in the program.
• Teaches and evaluates academic lessons.
• Keeps contact with classroom teachers to coordinate afterschool lessons.
• Helps students develop confidence and reduce anxiety about academics.
• Assists students in understanding subject material and improving skills.
• Maintains records and progress for each tutored student.
• Submits administrative paperwork on time.
• Keeps records confidential.
• Completes SWORPS data entry and reports as directed.

Skills

Dependability

Communication

Multi-tasking

Professionalism

Education

Bachelor's degree

Certified teacher

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: North Ridge Crossing - Knoxville, TN 37918 Position Type: Part Time Education Level: 4 Year Degree Travel Percentage: Negligible Job Shift: Day Job Category: Education

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The 21st Century Tutor is responsible for providing after-school tutoring services to support student learning and development, including academic enrichment, mentoring, tutoring, and homework help as required by the 21st Century/LEAP grants.

KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):

Program Development and Implementation

• Provides academic tutoring to students


• Develops individual, small group, and large group academic lesson plans appropriate for students in the program


• Teaches and evaluates academic lessons


• Maintains contact with each child's classroom teacher, in person, or via telephone or email, to coordinate afterschool lessons with classroom teacher curriculum


• Helps students develop positive self-confidence, raise self-concept, and reduce anxiety or fear of failure in academic work


• Assists students in achieving a better understanding of specific subject material and in improving academic capabilities in designated areas


• Maintains records on each student who is being tutored, including follow-up and periodic assessments. Keeps a daily running record of student response and progress


• Submits all administrative paperwork, such as time sheets, correctly and on time


• Ensures confidentiality of records and information is maintained at all times


• Completes/assists with SWORPS data entry on a weekly basis and mid-year and year-end reports as directed by the Program Director

QualificationsINDIVIDUAL RESPONSIBILITY:

• Dependability – proven ability to complete all tasks as assigned in an organized manner


• Ensures appropriate responses to all organizational correspondence using brand appropriate language and logos


• Dedication to service – demonstrated regular Attendance/Punctuality and an ability to learn and develop new skills


• Commitment and attitude that personifies a positive attitude at all times and the ability to multi-task


• Professionalism in appearance, ensuring that dress is professional and appropriate for function/situation based on organizational dress code policies


• Specific Individual measurable outcomes as determined by supervisor

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• Minimum BA or BS degree


• Ideal candidate is a certified teacher


• Has experience tutoring children

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Must be able to lift 20 pounds


• Must be able to remain alert and energetic for 8 hours or more


• Must be able to move quickly to keep up with youth