AVID Tutor - Middle/High School - LTE - Pool Posting - 26-27 SY

Madison Metropolitan School District; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The Madison Metropolitan School District is seeking AVID Tutors to support AVID students in the 2026-2027 school year. Tutors engage in small, student-led tutorial groups, model inquiry and critical thinking, and provide feedback on student work during the academic day.

Placement may be at four high schools or eleven middle schools, with 5–18 hours per week. Applicants must demonstrate excellent communication, a clear commitment through the school year, and a professional, adaptable demeanor;

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to commit for the entirety of the 2026-2027 school year.
• Organized, responsible, flexible, motivated, professional.
• Positive recommendations around attendance, attitude, and performance.
• Candidates are either currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution or are college graduates.

Responsibilities

• AVID Tutors facilitate small, student-led tutorial groups and model inquiry and critical thinking.
• Evaluate the quality of student thinking by assessing and providing feedback on student work.
• Attend regular tutorial debrief meetings and participate in professional learning scheduled throughout the year.

Skills

Communication

Commitment

Organization

Professionalism

References

Education

Post-secondary student or graduate

Job description

District Wide

Starting Compensation: $17.50 hourly wage

MMSD is seeking highly motivated and energetic applicants for openings for the 2026-2027 school year. Applicants should have a good attitude, willingness to learn, and passion for impactful work and learning.

Why You Should Work with MMSD!

The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is the second-largest school district in Wisconsin. We have a simple but bold vision — to ensure that every school is a thriving school, that prepares every student to graduate from high school ready for college, career, and community. We welcome applicants who will actively contribute to our ongoing commitment to making MMSD a thriving, welcoming environment for all students, families, and staff.

In addition, we have a great compensation package. Visit our benefits page and compensation page for more information.

Becoming a Model School District

The Madison Metropolitan School District is committed to being anti-racist, culturally responsive, and inclusive. We have a simple but bold vision — to ensure that every school is a thriving school, fostering the growth of every student so they graduate from high school ready for college, career and community.

Our strategy is captured in our strategic framework, and centers on three major goals: that all children achieve academically, that our schools are places where children and adults thrive, and that our Black youth excel at school. To achieve this vision, we seek to retain staff in all positions, who are committed to being anti-racist, culturally responsive, and inclusive. Staff who will actively contribute to our ongoing commitment to making MMSD a thriving, welcoming environment for all students, families and staff.

We firmly believe in and are here to create a work environment that is challenging and rewarding, while supporting employees in their career path. We strive to provide, encourage, grow, and develop a talented workforce that better supports and represents the diversity of our student population. We know this vision doesn't come to life without dynamic leaders and support staff in every school.

About Our District

The Madison Metropolitan School District is the second largest school district in Wisconsin. The district serves a beautifully diverse population of more than 25,000 students. More than half are students of color. Almost half come from low income households. Nearly one third are English Language Learners, and more than 100 languages are represented in our schools. Madison schools are committed to making this district a place where every child thrives.

Description

AVID (Advancement via Individual Determination) is a college readiness system implemented in Madison Metropolitan middle and high schools. AVID Tutors facilitate small, student-led tutorial groups, model and support the development of inquiry and critical thinking skills, and evaluate the quality of student thinking by assessing and providing feedback on student work. AVID Tutors work with AVID students during the academic school day and are an integral part of the AVID college readiness elective course. Additional duties include attending regular tutorial debrief meetings and additional professional learning scheduled throughout the year.

Work Schedule

• Tutors are required to work the same schedule on Tuesdays and Thursdays, Wednesdays and Fridays, and/or Tuesday through Friday.
• Tutors will work in one of the four comprehensive high schools and/or one of eleven middle schools. Placement is based on tutor availability, academic strengths, work experience, and Madison Metropolitan High School and Middle School needs.
• Tutors are scheduled somewhere between 5-18 hours of work per week.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to commit for the entirety of the 2026-2027 school year
• Organized, responsible, flexible, motivated, professional
• Positive recommendations around attendance, attitude, and performance
• Candidates are either currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution or are college graduates

Additional Desired Qualifications

• Previous AVID tutoring experience and knowledge of AVID tutorology methodologies
• Previous experience working with diverse middle school or high school aged youth
• Experience working with students in a pre-college or college readiness programs

For questions or further information, contact: Danielle Borneman, High School College and Career Coordinator: [e-mail].

Please Note

You will not be invited to an interview without two verified professional references. You must enter updated names and contact information for former or current supervisors, employers, or other contacts who can verify your work/volunteer experience. Enter this information on the "Employment History" page of your online application.

The Madison Metropolitan School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We continue to seek a diverse and talented workforce. We encourage veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities to apply. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.