AVID Tutor - Secondary (BHS, MVMS)

Nimble; Bremerton (WA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bremerton School District is seeking an AVID Tutor to support middle-school students on the college track. You will work with B, C, and D students to boost engagement, study skills, and readiness for higher education.

Responsibilities include completing AVID Tutorial Training, collaborating with the AVID Coordinator, and monitoring student progress. Excellent math and English skills and a proactive, supportive approach are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Must hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be 18+ years of age.
• Must have college experience that includes a minimum 2.5 GPA; official transcript required.
• Current enrollment in college.
• Earned a college degree within the last three years.

Responsibilities

• Complete mandatory AVID Tutorial Training.
• Assist students in any subject area using AVID resources.
• Set an example of personal excellence and high expectations for AVID students.
• Communicate progress with the AVID coordinator/teacher.
• Monitor student notes and determine concepts needing acceleration.
• Conduct acceleration sessions in mathematics; strong math background preferred.
• Conduct mini-lessons in writing and study skills for college preparation.
• Evaluate student binders and calendars/notes.
• Assist in teaching study skills and college preparation.
• Maintain the tone and atmosphere of the AVID classroom.

Skills

Math skills

English skills

Strong communication

Tutoring experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College experience

GPA 2.5 or higher

Current college enrollment

Degree earned within last 3 years

Job description

BREMERTON SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION – AVID TUTOR

To qualify for this position, applicants must be 18+ years of age and hold a high school diploma or equivalent.

JOB SUMMARY

The position of Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) Tutor is one that targets students in the academic middle - B, C, and D students - who have the desire to go to college and the willingness to work hard.These are students who are capable of completing rigorous curriculum but are falling short of their potential.Typically, they will be the first in their families to attend college, and many are from low-income or minority families.AVID pulls these students out of any less challenging courses and puts them on the college track: acceleration instead of remediation.

REPORTS TO/ EVALUATED BY:

AVID Coordinator/Teacher or Designee

RESPONSIBILITES

• Complete mandatory AVID Tutorial Training.
• Assist students in any subject area by being familiar with students' textbooks and materials and AVID classroom resources.
• Set an example of personal excellence and high expectations for AVID students to follow.
• Communicate frequently and honestly with the AVID coordinator/teacher regarding student progress and areas of concern.
• Monitor student notes and discussions, and determine the concepts that need to be accelerated.
• Conduct acceleration sessions in all areas of mathematics; therefore, a strong math background is recommended.
• Conduct mini-lessons in the process of writing in all subject areas, study skills, and other aspects of college preparation.
• Evaluate student binders, including calendars, class and textbook notes, etc.
• Assist in teaching study skills and other aspects of college preparation.
• Take responsibility for the tone and atmosphere of the AVID classroom.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must hold a high school diploma or equivalent
• Must be 18+ years of age
• Must have college experience that includes:
• Minimum 2.5 GPA. - Official college transcript requiredand
• Current enrollment in college
• Earned a college degree within the last three years
• Possess strong Math and English skills
• Complete an on-line application
• Pass the Bremerton School District General Skills Test
• Pass a background check, including fingerprinting

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