Hourly Tutor

Sylvania; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Kalamazoo Public Schools is seeking an Hourly Tutor for the Kalamazoo Innovative Learning Program (KILP High School). The 10‑month position provides motivation and hands-on academic support to students behind or off pace to meet graduation requirements.

Collaborate with teachers, uphold program rules, and support the instructional team under direction from teachers and the program administrator. A strong attendance record and urban-district experience are valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with ESSA qualification.
• Willing to learn the Edmentum Courseware Curriculum.
• Clerical typing and report preparation skills.
• Positive attendance history and strong work ethic.
• Interest or experience in an urban district.

Responsibilities

• Provide motivation and hands-on academic support for under‑credited students to meet graduation requirements.
• Work with teachers to manage participation and uphold program rules and goals.
• Be accountable to the program administrator for duties assigned.
• Operate with general direction from classroom teachers as part of the KILP team.
• Support instructional staff and administrator decisions; encourage student attendance.

Skills

Typing

Attendance

Urban district experience

Positive attitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

60 college credits

Associate's degree or higher

ACT WorkKeys scores / Basic Skills Test

ETS Paraprofessional Assessment 460

Tools

Online Edmentum Courseware

Job description

Hourly Tutor (10-Month)

Kalamazoo Innovative Learning Program (KILP High School)

$16.63 per hour

Scope of Responsibilities:

• Provides motivation and hands‑on academic support for students who are under‑credited or off‑pace with the goal of meeting all KPS graduation requirements.
• Works with teachers to manage academic student participation and upholding program rules and goals.
• Is accountable to the program administrator for performing all duties as assigned.
• Operates with general direction from the classroom teacher(s) and functions as an integral part of the KILP team.
• Supports the instructional team and school administrator in decisions regarding the school. Works with students to motivate them toward success. Refers to the program administrator for matters beyond the designated scope of responsibility of the position.

Performance Responsibilities:

1. Administrative

• Implements all policies and procedures outlined in KPS issued manuals in a manner consistent with the educational goals and philosophy of Kalamazoo Public Schools.
• Participates in activities within the program at various levels, with particular attention to documentation and attendance.

2. Learning Environment

• Assists the classroom teacher in maintaining the goals and objectives of the KILP team.
• Enriches the learning environment with positivity, cultivating strong relationships with students and the KILP High School team.
• Provides individual and small group academic support to students, especially in mathematics.

3. Student

• Ensures that students are meeting the program expectations.
• Assists teachers with attendance - two-way interactions (TWI’s) for all students.
• Reaches out to absent students to encourage a strong attendance routine.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Must have a high school diploma or accredited equivalency and one of the following Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) qualifications:
   • completion of 60 credit hours at a college or university;
   • an associate's degree or higher
   • passing scores in math, reading, and writing on the ACT Work Keys Assessment prior to June 1, 2017, or the Basic Skills Test of the Michigan Teacher Test for Certification
   • passing score of at least 460 on the ETS (Education Testing Service) Paraprofessional Assessment.
2. Willing to acquire the knowledge and understanding of the Online Edmentum Courseware Curriculum and procedures as outlined.
3. Clerical skills for typing and preparation of reports.
4. Positive attendance history and strong work ethic.
5. Prior experience or desire working in an urban district.

This position will remain posted until filled.

Kalamazoo Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.