Substitute High Dosage Tutor

Think Together; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Think Together is seeking a part-time High Dosage Tutor to provide targeted academic support to students in grades K-8 in Whittier, CA. The tutor will deliver daily small-group instruction, promote achievement, and track progress using a research-based curriculum.

Schedule flexibility is required to meet site needs and training opportunities will be provided. Strong English and Math skills, plus effective communication, are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. Required.
• Associate degree (two years) or 48 semester or 60 quarter hours of college credits and/or pass a pre-employment test.
• Minimum six months of previous experience working with children in a classroom or afterschool environment.
• Able to speak and write Standard English appropriate in a public-school setting.
• Advanced Math and English skills (K-8)
• Excellent communication skills (Written and Verbal)

Responsibilities

• Deliver daily small group, targeted academic support leveraging research-based curriculum.
• Supports students in an instructional setting, maintaining high standards for behavior and safety.
• Follow and implement consistent tutoring lessons with complete fidelity.
• Collect student mastery data using assessments and track student results.
• Build positive, caring, and achievement-focused relationships with students.
• Support consistent student routines and procedures to maximize instructional time.
• Engage in pre-service and ongoing training and professional development.
• Use common communication tools and systems to track student progress and performance.
• Serve as a positive role model for youth in the program through appropriate dress, speech, attitude, and courtesy.
• Create an environment that fosters a sense of belonging.
• Provide experience for youth with an emphasis on enriching their school experience and their outlook on life.
• Maintain accurate paperwork including sign-in/sign-out sheets for each class session.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Advanced Math and English skills

Speak and write Standard English

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D. Required

Associate degree or 60 college hours + pre-employment test

Minimum six months experience with children

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Under supervision of personnel, High Dosage Tutors works directly with students. The Tutor is responsible for providing part-time, high-quality support and tutorial services to students, grades K-8, The High Dosage Tutor will provide academic support and promote student achievement. The work schedules are subject to change in accordance with the needs of Think Together.

Substitute High Dosage Tutor

Status Part-Time

Pay Rate $20/HR.

JOB SUMMARY

Under supervision of personnel, High Dosage Tutors works directly with students. The Tutor is responsible for providing part-time, high-quality support and tutorial services to students, grades K-8, The High Dosage Tutor will provide academic support and promote student achievement. The work schedules are subject to change in accordance with the needs of Think Together.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver daily small group, targeted academic support leveraging research-based curriculum.
• Supports students in an instructional setting, maintaining high standards for behavior and safety.
• Follow and implement consistent tutoring lessons with complete fidelity.
• Collect student mastery data using assessments and track student results.
• Build positive, caring, and achievement-focused relationships with students.
• Support consistent student routines and procedures to maximize instructional time.
• Engage in pre-service and ongoing training and professional development.
• Use common communication tools and systems to track student progress and performance.
• Serve as a positive role model for youth in the program through appropriate dress, speech, attitude, and courtesy.
• Create an environment that fosters a sense of belonging.
• Provide experience for youth with an emphasis on enriching their school experience and their outlook on life.
• Maintain accurate paperwork including sign-in/sign-out sheets for each class session.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Arrive punctually in order to meet responsibilities in site start up and assignments.
• Maintain clean classroom and facility space.
• Maintain highest degree of confidentiality in student and staff matters.
• Comply with organization and site policies and follows procedures.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. Required.
• Associate degree (two years) or 48 semester or 60 quarter hours of college credits and/or pass a pre-employment test.
• Minimum six months of previous experience working with children in a classroom or afterschool environment.
• Able to speak and write Standard English appropriate in a public-school setting.
• Advanced Math and English skills (K-8)
• Excellent communication skills (Written and Verbal)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Moderate Noise (examples typical office noise)
• Stand, Walk, Sit (in general office environment)
• Computer Screen visual in performance of role
• Lift up to 10 pounds
• Travel up to 10-20%
• Must pass Live Scan (criminal background check via fingerprinting), provide a clear TB test.
• Reliable transportation is required to meet the needs of the position.
• While driving is not a regular requirement of this role, employees who operate a personal or company vehicle for work purposes must maintain a valid driver's license and current auto insurance on file with HR.

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Word processing
• Use typical office equipment
• E-mail
• Internet Software

Think Together is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, religious creed, physical disability, mental disability, age for individuals age 40 and over, medical condition (as defined by state law (for example, cancer or genetic characteristics or HIV/AIDS), marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.