AVID Tutor

Spring Lake Park Schools; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Spring Lake Park Schools in Minnesota is seeking AVID Tutors to support secondary students at Spring Lake Park High School and Westwood Middle School. Tutors will be trained in AVID methods and work as role models for motivated, organized students who believe all learners can succeed.

Candidates should be comfortable with computers, able to follow teachers’ plans, and collaborate with colleagues. The position is Tuesday and Thursday, mid-September start, with a pay of $18.50 per hour and sick

Qualifications

• Ability to meet school, student, and program needs.
• Follow teacher's plans and directions, collaborating with others.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Comfortable with computers and technology equipment.
• Lead independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Effective oral and written communication with students.
• Assist with high school academic skills and content.

Responsibilities

• Trained to use AVID methodologies and materials to work with AVID students.
• AVID tutors should be role models of motivated, organized students who believe all learners can succeed.
• A college-age tutor is a great asset but not required.
• Tutors will work in a supportive manner with secondary students.
• Meet regularly to discuss student progress and confer with the teacher about future planning.

Skills

Collaboration with colleagues

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Tech savvy

Student mentorship

Following teacher plans

Tools

Computers

Job description

LOCATION(S): Spring Lake Park High School / Westwood Middle School

START:

Mid September; but will remain open until filled.

HOURS:

Tuesdays & Thursdays

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

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.