Generic - AVID Tutor

Mesquite-Isd; San Jacinto (CA); On-site; USD 15,911 - 22,661; Part time

Job summary

Mesquite-Isd in California is seeking a qualified AVID Tutor for a part-time position to support students in the AVID college readiness program. The tutor will work twice a week during school hours across various campuses, utilizing the Socratic Method to facilitate learning.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or is enrolled in college, demonstrating effective communication skills and knowledge of core academic subjects.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or currently enrolled in a post‑secondary college or university.
• Preference given to current college students or recent graduates.

Responsibilities

• Support middle and high school AVID students through tutorial groups.
• Collaborate with AVID teachers and other staff.
• Facilitate the tutorial learning process using AVID guidelines.
• Maintaining rapport with students and serving as a role model.

Skills

Facilitating AVID tutorial/study groups

Effective communication skills

Knowledgeable in core academic areas

Education

High school diploma or enrollment in a post-secondary institution

Job description

• Position Type: Part‑Time/Hourly/Generic - Tutor
• Date Posted: 1/5/2025
• Location: District Wide

Compensation: $14.00 per Hour

Shift Type: Part‑Time

Locations: All 10 middle schools, Horn High School, Mesquite High School, North Mesquite High School, Poteet High School, and West Mesquite High School

Mesquite Independent School District is seeking qualified candidates for the position of AVID Tutor. The appointee will report directly to the AVID District Coordinator. AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) is a college readiness program that serves 7th‑12th grade students at secondary MISD campuses. Tutoring is conducted during the school day, twice a week and tutoring times vary by campus. Tutors will be assigned to a school according to the appointee's schedule and the campus needs. AVID tutoring utilizes the Socratic Method, wherein the tutor serves as a facilitator.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or currently enrolled in a post‑secondary college or university (preference is given to current college students) or recent college graduate

Responsibilities

• AVID tutors support middle and high school students enrolled in the AVID elective course by facilitating AVID tutorial/study groups under the guidance of an AVID elective
• Collaborate with AVID teachers, students, other teachers and the District
• Facilitate the tutorial learning process using AVID guidelines and implement other AVID
• Knowledgeable in all academic core areas; math, science, social studies, ELAR.
• Establish and maintain rapport with students for the purpose of serving as a role model to students.
• Allow students to assume the responsibility for their own active learning while guiding them with strategies that build independence.
• Maintain a professional relationship with all staff
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and
• Communicate regularly with the AVID coordinator teaching regarding student progress and areas of concern.

Training and Professional Development

• Participate in all required training, professional development sessions and meetings for the purpose of collaborating with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation and revision of the AVID College & Career Readiness System.

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the administration may find appropriate and acceptable.