Part-Time Literacy Tutor (Title I) - Reading & Writing

Peabody Public Schools; Peabody (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Peabody Public Schools is seeking a Literacy Tutor Reading/Writing at McCarthy School in Peabody, MA. This Title I grant-funded role supports at-risk students through guided reading and writing instruction.

The position reports to the Building Principal and Title I Director, offers $25/hour, and runs 19.5 hours per week through the end of the school year. Immediate starting date with part-time hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferably in education (minimum).
• Excellent interpersonal and collaborative problem solving skills.
• Successful prior experience working with general education students.
• Knowledge of best practices in teaching and learning and the ability to apply these practices.
• Ability to plan student lessons and work independently with individuals and groups.
• Commitment to the District's goals & school improvement plan goals.
• Bilingualism is a highly desired skill for a position, but not a requirement.

Responsibilities

• Using prepared lesson plans, instruct at-risk individuals or small groups of students within the regular classroom and occasionally other settings.
• Facilitate the instructional programs of all assigned students under the supervision of the classroom teacher, Title I Director and Building Principal.
• Document student performance and progress in collaboration with the classroom teachers and/or the student's individual program requirements.
• Plan appropriate instructional activities and administer assessments in collaboration with classroom teachers.
• Meet regularly with other staff members and classroom teachers to coordinate interdisciplinary programs and activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal or designee.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative problem solving

Experience with general education

Best teaching practices

Plan lessons

Independent work

District goals

Bilingualism desired

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

Job description

Peabody Public Schools is seeking a Literacy Tutor Reading/Writing at McCarthy School in Peabody, MA. This Title I grant-funded role supports at-risk students through guided reading and writing instruction.

The position reports to the Building Principal and Title I Director, offers $25/hour, and runs 19.5 hours per week through the end of the school year. Immediate starting date with part-time hours.