AVID Assistant (Grant)

Township High School District 214 Community Education Foundation; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Township High School District 214 Community Education Foundation is seeking an AVID Assistant (WHS) to support student academic achievement in a grant-funded, 10-month assignment. The position offers a Grade 3, Step 1, $25.52 hourly salary and runs August 24, 2026, with contract renewal possible based on grant funding.

The role requires a high school diploma, strong computer skills, ability to lift up to 40 lbs, and the capacity to work in a team with licensed teachers to tutor and supervise

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must have physical ability to lift/move supplies, materials and office equipment up to 40 lbs.
• Must sit at workstation for extended period of time and/or move frequently from workstation to various other areas of building.
• Must organize and prioritize workflow.
• Must be proficient in the use of computers, office practices, procedures and office equipment.
• Must project a positive image of the district to students, staff and parents as well as exhibit a positive employee attitude.
• Must demonstrate appropriate interpersonal skills, and communicate clearly and respectfully with students, staff, parents, visitors and the general public.
• Must have awareness of a variety of student needs including physical and social emotional needs.
• Experience or training which provides knowledge of the subject matter (study skills, college prep).

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized or small-group tutoring under licensed teachers.
• Monitor student work.
• Keep records of student attendance and participation.
• Attend AVID Tutorology training before duties.
• Help organize field trips and perform administrative duties.
• Participate in professional development activities to enhance job performance.
• Cultivate inclusive, equitable working relationships with staff, students, and community members.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Office practices

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Positive image

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

POSITION: AVID Assistant(WHS) (Grant) variable hours

SALARY: Grade 3, Step 1, $25.52

Salary schedule is listed in the ESPA agreement linked here.

ASSIGNMENT: 10 Month - Temporary & Grant Funded Assignment: August 24, 2026 - Contract may be renewed annually pending grant funding

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: This position involves the performance of a variety of tasks in support of enhancing student academic achievement . This employee is expected to interact with students in an appropriate manner while maintaining discipline. There is considerable contact with staff and students. AVID Assistants monitor and assist students academically under the direction of a certified staff member and perform related tasks.

An employee in this position works with clearly established systems and procedures, must exhibit organizational skills and exercise independent judgment and confidentiality in the performance of duties. The Avid Assistant must exhibit initiative and embrace a collaborative team approach to accomplish the mission of the district.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must have physical ability to lift/move supplies, materials and office equipment up to 40 lbs.
• Must sit at workstation for extended period of time and/or move frequently from workstation to various other areas of building.
• Must organize and prioritize workflow.
• Must be proficient in the use of computers, office practices, procedures and office equipment.
• Must project a positive image of the district to students, staff and parents as well as exhibit a positive employee attitude.
• Must demonstrate appropriate interpersonal skills, and communicate clearly and respectfully with students, staff, parents, visitors and the general public.
• Must have awareness of a variety of student needs including physical and social emotional needs.
• Experience or training which provides knowledge of the subject matter (study skills, college prep).

POSITION EXPECTATIONS:

3. Assisting students in tutorial sessions by performing the following duties but not limited to:

• a. providing individualized or small-group tutoring at the direction of licensed teachers
• b. monitoring student's work
• c. keeping records of student attendance and participation
• d. attending one day-long AVID Tutorology training session prior to assuming duties
• e. helping organize field trips and perform some administrative duties as needed

2. Participating in appropriate professional development activities in order to enhance job performance.

3. Cultivating and developing inclusive equitable working relationships with staff, students, and community members.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our district.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.