AVID Tutor (Part-Time)

San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District in San Marcos, Texas Open in Google Maps

AVID Tutor – Part-Time position to support identified students with college readiness and subject-area tutoring using AVID strategies. Reports to AVID Coordinator/Teacher in the Secondary Campuses.

Requires a current or former college student with at least a 2.5 GPA and a strong Math/English background evidenced by transcript. Salary is $15 per hour; 6–15 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Must be a current or former college student with a minimum 2.5 GPA.
• Strong Math and English background evidenced by college transcript.

Responsibilities

• Become familiar with the AVID 10-Step tutorial Process.
• Participate in trainings, professional development sessions, and meetings.
• Tutor students in small study groups assisting with class notes and textbooks.
• Determine concepts to teach or retaught from student notes and discussions.
• Facilitate learning in a challenging yet supportive tutoring environment.
• Evaluate student binders, calendars, and notes for progress.
• Use AVID Curriculum Libraries and familiar materials.
• Set high personal expectations for AVID students to follow.
• Support students in the writing process from brainstorming to editing.

Skills

Scaffolding learning

Organized

Writing skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Student relationships

Education

College student with 2.5 GPA

Strong Math & English background

Job description

AVID Tutor (Part-Time)

San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District District Wide - San Marcos, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5899988

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 24, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

JOB TITLE: AVID Tutor – Part-Time WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO: Campus AVID Coordinator/Teacher

DEPT. /SCHOOL: Secondary Campuses

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) is a college readiness elective that helps close the opportunity gaps for students in the academic middle that want to go to college and can utilize additional academic support. Under the general supervision of the principal and AVID coordinator and the immediate supervision of the AVID elective teacher, AVID Tutors assist identified students in academic subjects in order to develop habits of mind and higher standards of academic achievement among students which will increase postsecondary educational options upon high school graduation. AVID Tutors are distinguished from other Tutors and Instructional Aides/Assistants in that AVID Tutors are trained in the use of AVID strategies to enhance academic performance of targeted high school students and serve as role models and mentors AVID prepares our students by teaching them college readiness skills. Students are enrolled in advanced courses and given academic support through tutors.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• - Must be a current or former college student with a minimum 2.5 G.P.A.


• - Must have a strong Math and English background, evidenced by college transcript

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• - Interest in scaffolding student learning using questioning and collaboration techniques


• - Highly organized with attention to detail


• - Excellent writing skills


• - Strong analytical and problem solving skills


• - Ability to communicate constructively and effectively


• - Ability to establish and maintain a trusting and productive working relationship with students and staff

OTHER INFORMATION:

• -Work Type: Part-time (6-15 hours per week).


• -Applicants must agree to a criminal history check prior to beginning work.


• -High School Diplomas and college/university degrees must be obtained from an accredited program or university approved by the United States Department of Education and the Texas Education agency

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Become familiar with the AVID 10-Step tutorial Process


• Participate in all required trainings, professional development sessions, and meetings.


• Tutor students in small study groups assisting them in all subject areas based on the class and text notes they have collected in their AVID binders.


• Determine from student notes and discussions, the concepts that need to be taught or retaught.


• Facilitate student learning in a challenging, yet supportive, tutoring environment.


• Evaluate student binders, including calendars, class and textbook notes, etc.


• Become familiar with the materials in the AVID Curriculum Libraries.


• Become familiar with the textbooks and materials used by AVID students


• Set an example of personal excellence and high expectations for AVID students to follow.


• Work with students in any phase of the writing process, such as brainstorming, clustering, revision, and editing.


• Communicate frequently and honestly with the AVID coordinator/teacher regarding student progress and areas of concern.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $15 to $15 Per Hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Tutor

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• SMCISD /Human Resources


• 1331 SH 123


• San Marcos, Texas 78666


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]