AVID Tutor

Spring Lake Park Schools; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Spring Lake Park Schools is seeking AVID tutors to work with AVID students at Spring Lake Park High School / Westwood Middle School. Tutors will be trained in AVID methodologies and act as role models for motivated students.

A college-age tutor is a plus but not required, and tutors will meet regularly with teachers to discuss progress and plan next steps. Responsibilities include supporting secondary students, collaborating with teachers, and maintaining confidentiality while using school

Qualifications

• Ability to effectively meet school, student, and program needs.
• Ability to follow teacher's plans and directions, working effectively in collaboration with others.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Comfortable in the use of computers and other technology equipment.
• Ability to act in a leadership role and independently initiate and follow through on tasks under minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills in working with students.
• Ability to assist with high school academic skills and content.

Responsibilities

• Become trained to use AVID teaching methodologies and materials to work with AVID students.
• Serve as a role model of motivated, organized, and successful college students who believe all students can succeed.
• Provide tutoring support; a college-age tutor is helpful but not required.
• Work in a supportive manner with secondary students and monitor progress.
• Meet regularly to discuss student progress and confer with the teacher about planning for students.

Skills

Organizational skills

Oral and written communication

Team collaboration

Leadership and initiative

Tools

Computers and technology equipment

Job description

LOCATION(S): Spring Lake Park High School / Westwood Middle School
START: Position will remain open until filled.

Job Summary

• Applicant will be trained to use specific teaching methodologies and materials to work with AVID students.
• AVID tutors should be role models of motivated, organized, successful college students who believe that all students will succeed.
• A college age tutor is a great asset but not required.
• Tutors will work in a supportive manner with secondary students.
• They must be willing to meet regularly to discuss student progress and to confer with the teacher about future planning for students.

PREFERENCES

We strongly prefer candidates who have exhibited excellence in collaboration with colleagues and an enthusiasm to work with students. Preferred candidates will also have a demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning.

Qualifications

• Ability to effectively meet school, student, and program needs.
• Ability to follow teacher's plans and directions, working effectively in collaboration with others.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Comfortable in the use of computers and other technology equipment
• Ability to act in a leadership role and independently initiate and follow through on tasks under minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills in working with students.
• Ability to assist with high school academic skills and content

Salary

GroupCasualPositionAVID TutorRate of Pay$18.50/hrOtherSick Leave

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Individuals who wish to be considered for this position must apply online at http://www.applitrack.com/district16/onlineapp/. With inquiries, please contact Lisa Switzer [e-mail].

Spring Lake Park Schools is an equal opportunity employer and will not deny anyone the opportunity for employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability, or status with regard to public assistance.