Elementary Tutor

Winterset Community School District; Winterset (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Winterset CSD is seeking an Elementary School Tutor to support students who struggle to meet grade targets under guidance from classroom teachers. The role involves direct instruction, small-group support, and data-informed planning aligned to Iowa Core and district standards.

The tutor will collaborate with teachers, maintain records, and adhere to district policies while contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and positive relationships within the school community.

Qualifications

• Valid Iowa Teaching Certificate – applicable to posting.
• Bachelor's degree or higher.
• Good communication and problem solving skills.
• Self-directed.
• Enthusiastic about learning and committed to continuous development as an educator.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct instruction to students in individual and small group settings.
• Uses identified student needs to guide the learning process toward district standards.
• Establishes clear objectives for lessons using formal/informal assessments.
• Uses diverse instructional strategies suited to student needs and standards.
• Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for student maturity.
• Plans, implements, and evaluates learning as per district curriculum expectations.
• Maintains accurate records and enforces rules/behavior fairly.
• Communicates with classroom teachers regarding student progress and conducts conferences.
• Adheres to district policies and expected practices.
• Demonstrates Iowa Teaching Standards and engages in professional development.
• Collaborates with colleagues on school improvement initiatives.
• Attends meetings and serves on staff/district committees.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Self-directed

Enthusiastic about learning

District mission ownership

Core values: Excellence

Relationship building

Assert and encourage others

Grow groups

Self-motivation

Confidentiality

Professional development

Growth mindset

Timeliness and reliability

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Valid Iowa Teaching Certificate

Job description

Winterset CSD:

We will strive for excellence, ensuring all students are

College, Career, and Life Ready.

Job Description

ElementaryTutor

TITLE: Elementary School Tutor

DEPARTMENT: Elementary School Staff

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: Building Instructional Coaches, Classroom Teachers, & Building Admin

BASIC FUNCTION: Support students who struggle with meeting grade level learning targets under the guidance and direction of classroom teachers.

KNOWLEDGE AND EDUCATION:

Required:

1. Valid Iowa Teaching Certificate – applicable to posting.
2. Bachelor's degree or higher
3. Good communication and problem solving skills.
4. Self-directed
5. Enthusiastic about learning and committed to continuous development as an educator

Desired:

1. Previous experience in similar position

SKILLS AND JOB FUNCTIONS (For all Winterset CSD Positions)

Demonstrated Experience or is Willing to Acquire the Following Skills:

1. Exhibits essential dispositions and ownership of the district mission of "We will empower a community of lifelong learners who strive for personal excellence through meaningful relationships and real world, authentic learning experiences."
2. Exhibits essential dispositions and ownership of the districts core values;
1. Excellence - high expectations for all in everything we do
2. Innovation - in our approach to problem solving and learning
3. Pride - in self, others, school, and community
4. Relationships - amongst all stakeholders as foundational to our success.
5. Sense of Belonging - where all students, staff, and community members feel valued and connected.
3. Exhibits essential dispositions necessary to build positive working relationships with administration, colleagues, parents, students and the Winterset community.
1. Ability to Assert and Encourage Others
2. Ability to Grow Groups
3. Self-Control
4. Social Skills
5. Self-motivated
6. Optimistic
7. Ability to Demonstrate Genuine Caring
4. Exhibits effective communication skills
5. Demonstrates the ability to be self-directed and problem solve
6. Demonstrates enthusiasm towards learning and continuous growth as an educator and individual.
7. Demonstrates a positive attitude towards others and as an educator.
8. Demonstrates self-efficacy in that their actions empower others to learn.
9. Demonstrates confidentiality as needed and required.
10. Seeks out opportunities to improve professional competence through professional development.
11. Identifies individually and collaboratively areas for growth and seeks out opportunities to grow in these areas.
12. Complies with all Winterset Community School District Board Policies, Handbook Policies, and Contractual Responsibilities.

INSTRUCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provides direct instruction to students in individual and small group settings.
2. Uses identified student needs to guide the learning process toward student achievement of district's core content standards.
3. Establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects using formal and informal assessment data aligned to the Iowa Core and Winterset standards.
4. Uses a variety of instructional strategies and materials consistent with core content standards and the needs/capabilities of individual students.
5. Creates a classroom environment that is aligned to research-based instruction and conducive to learning as well as appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students.
6. Plans, implements, and evaluates learning in accordance with established district curriculum expectations.

CLASSROOM RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, administrative guidelines, or specific program requirements.
2. Develops reasonable rules of behavior and procedures and maintains order in a fair and just manner.
3. Contacts classroom teacher(s) frequently regarding student improvement and conducts conferences.
4. Implements all district policies and expected practices.

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Adheres to the Iowa Teaching Standards.
2. Demonstrates positive interpersonal relationships and works cooperatively with students, parents and colleagues.
3. Projects a positive image as an educator in the school and community.
4. Demonstrates initiative and ability to work without close supervision.
5. Displays a positive attitude and adjusts to new changing situations.
6. Meets deadlines, is punctual and completes assigned tasks with minimal assistance.
7. Seeks opportunities to improve professional competence through professional development activities.
8. Collaborates with colleagues to plan and implement professional development activities to address school improvement.
9. Participates in discussion or activities focused on using research to improve teaching and learning.
10. Takes an active interest in the school and community. Attends meetings and serves on staff/district committees.
11. Other duties as assigned by the principal.

Terms of Employment: 1-Year position paid an hourly rate

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Employee Agreement.

Physical Requirements: Bending, carrying, climbing, travel between job sites, lifting, pushing-pulling, reaching, sitting, standing, and walking

Working Conditions: Includes extremes of temperature and humidity. Hazards include stairs and communicable diseases.

This is an hourly, at-will position supported by Title, At-Risk and SINA funding (as appropriated by the State). Hours and days of work will be determined by the building principal based on student needs.

The statement contained herein describes the scope of the responsibility and essential functions of this position, but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time unless restricted by a negotiated contract.

Any employee not covered by a negotiated contract agreement is an "at-will" employee. Either the school district or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at will, with or without cause, so long as there is no violation of applicable federal or state law. The school district can define the number of days notice required of a terminating employee.

Notice of Nondiscrimination:

It is the policy of the Winterset Community School District not to illegally discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact the district's Equity Coordinator, 303 Wambold Drive, Winterset Iowa, [phone].