.50 FTE Tutor Advisor Finger Lake

Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District; Palmer (AK); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District is seeking a Tutor Advisor to support students in need of academic intervention. The role involves one-on-one or small group tutoring and assisting classroom teachers with instructional activities.

The position is part-time (.50 FTE), with a starting wage of 19.77 per hour and a 4-hour workday. Candidates should meet para-educator requirements and maintain student progress records.

Qualifications

• Paraprofessional requirements under No Child Left Behind (NCLB) as defined by the district.
• High school diploma or GED AND two years of college (48 credits); or an associate's or higher degree.
• Pass the Para Pro Assessment and the Paraprofessional Standards Checklist.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one or small group tutoring when scheduled outside of regular instruction.
• Assist with classroom management and organize instructional materials; maintain accurate student records.
• Provide information, materials and instructional support to classroom instructors.
• Provide instructional support services under direct supervision of a teacher.
• Assist in preparing program newsletters, announcements, or bulletins; help organize events.

Skills

Communication with students and staff

Teamwork

Instructional technology

Diverse learner experience

Education

Two years of college credits (48 credits)

Associate's degree

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District

Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District

• Position Type:
  Classified Positions/ Tutor Advisor
• Date Posted:
  10/8/2026
• Closing Date:
  10/16/2026

Position: Tutor Advisor
Position FTE: .50
Pay Grade: 7
Starting Wage: $19.77
Days Per Year: 202
Shift hours: 4 hours/day
Job Summary:Under the direct supervision and close and frequent proximity of a certified teacher performs instructional support services.The tutor advisor should be prepared to work with students in need of acadmic intervention.

Specific job responsibilities relevant for this position include:
The following characteristics and skills are desired for any interested candidate:

• Provide one-on-one or small group tutoring if such tutoring is scheduled at a time when a student would not receive instruction from a teacher.
• Assists with classroom management, such as organizing instructional and other materials. Compiles and maintains accurate student records on attendance, testing results, student progress, achievement and other factors related to students' schooling.
• Provide information, materials and instructional support to classroom instructors.
• Provide instructional support services under the direct supervision of a teacher.
• May be required to provide additional support functions including: preparing items for the program newsletter, school announcements and bulletins; and/or assist in organizing special events or guest speakers.
• Conduct progress monitoring assessments and maintain accurate progress monitoring date.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge: Completed two years (48 semester credits) of study at an institution of higher education; or obtained as associate's degree or met a rigorous standard of quality and be able to demonstrate, through a formal State or local assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics (or, as appropriate, reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness.)

Skills (position requirements at entry): Ability to maintain effective communication with student and staff and to function effectively as a team member. Ability to carry out and evaluate the achievement of students after the teacher prepares the lesson and plans the instructional support activities. Ability to test and identify and keep accurate records on new and existing students. Demonstrate adequate level of instructional technology skills. Experience and training workingwith children with diverse backgrounds in an instructional setting.

Licensing Requirements (position requirements at entry): Completed two years (48 semester credits) of study at an institution of higher education; or obtained as associate's degree or met a rigorous standard of quality and be able to demonstrate, through a formal State or local assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics (or, as appropriate, reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness).

Physical Requirements: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces grater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker stands and sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work.

Job Summary:Applicants must be Highly Qualified by the end of the probationary period. *Highly Qualified meansyou have met the paraprofessional requirements as defined by No Child Left Behind (NCLB).
The NCLB minimum requirements for paraprofessionals are defined in NCLB Sections 1119(f) and 1119(c)(1) as:

• High school diploma or GED,AND
• Two years of college (at least 48-semester hour credits); or
• Associate's (or higher) degree; or
• Pass the Para Pro Assessment and the Paraprofessional Standards Checklist.