K-12 Academic Tutor: Personal & Small-Group Support

Memphis Shelby County Schools; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Memphis Shelby County Schools in Memphis, TN seeks a dedicated classroom support professional who instructs and directs student activities to help them achieve maximum academic success under Title I guidelines. Responsibilities include generating tutoring plans, assisting teachers, reinforcing classroom learning, and collecting data for reports.

A Bachelor's degree and Tennessee teaching license are required, with at least two years of classroom experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Valid Tennessee professional teacher’s license required
• Minimum of two years of successful classroom experience
• Proof of Education, Training, and/or Experience required

Responsibilities

• Generates tutoring plans detailing individual goals and enrichment activities; assesses and documents student progress.
• Develops and assists students with academic exercises and class activities; concentrates efforts with small groups and individuals.
• Compiles, prepares, and organizes materials and classroom for instruction and other learning activities.
• Reinforces all knowledge and skills taught by the classroom teacher.
• Assists teacher with academic instruction and daily routines, skills, and concepts as needed.
• Provides instructional support and reinforcement to students identified in need of tutoring services.
• Utilizes effective instructional practices, behavior management strategies, assessment techniques and directed teaching methods.
• Collects and compiles statistical data for accountability and program development.
• Collects, organizes and completes information necessary for reports and evaluation.
• Communicates and collaborates effectively with teachers, central office staff and local school administrators.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or directed.

Skills

Tutoring planning

Progress assessment

Small group instruction

Classroom support

Communication with staff

Behavior management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tennessee teaching license

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Memphis Shelby County Schools in Memphis, TN seeks a dedicated classroom support professional who instructs and directs student activities to help them achieve maximum academic success under Title I guidelines. Responsibilities include generating tutoring plans, assisting teachers, reinforcing classroom learning, and collecting data for reports.

A Bachelor's degree and Tennessee teaching license are required, with at least two years of classroom experience.