AVID Tutor: Elevate Learning with Socratic Methods

Stillwater Area Public Schools; Stillwater (MN); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,444,000; Part time

Job summary

Stillwater Area Public Schools is seeking AVID Tutors to support high school students by facilitating collaborative problem solving using the Socratic method. Training is provided by the District AVID Director, and all tutoring occurs under the supervision of the classroom teacher.

Primary functions include assisting students with graduation and college eligibility, and providing academic support in challenging courses.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to convey concepts to secondary students.
• Commitment to AVID expectations and school policies.
• Willingness to attend 16 hours of AVID tutor training.
• Ability to tutor for a full school year.
• Reliable transportation and attendance.
• Familiarity with basic computer tasks (email, word processing).

Responsibilities

• Assist students in completing high school and college eligibility requirements.
• Provide academic support in rigorous courses.
• Participate in collaborative groups and tutorials.
• Complete 16 hours of AVID tutor training.
• Participate in AVID field trips and motivational activities.
• Facilitate AVID tutorials and apply AVID methodologies.
• Follow district and school policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Student engagement

Socratic method facilitation

Punctuality and reliability

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Email

Microsoft Word

Zoom

Google Meet

Job description

Stillwater Area Public Schools is seeking AVID Tutors to support high school students by facilitating collaborative problem solving using the Socratic method. Training is provided by the District AVID Director, and all tutoring occurs under the supervision of the classroom teacher.

Primary functions include assisting students with graduation and college eligibility, and providing academic support in challenging courses.