Title I Tutor

Omaha Public Schools; Bellevue (NE); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 34,440,000; Full time

Job summary

Omaha Public Schools is seeking a Title I Non-public Tutor to provide targeted math and reading support in small groups within non-public schools. The tutor will work with students from Kindergarten through 12th grade, with caseloads determined by Title I staff and funded through federal funds.

Required is a Bachelor's in education and a valid Nebraska teaching certificate or ability to obtain endorsement(s).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education from an accredited college or university.
• A valid NE Teaching Certificate or the ability to obtain one with appropriate endorsement(s).
• A demonstrated philosophy that all students can and will learn.
• Excellent attendance record.
• Excellent communication skills oral and written.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Best Instructional Practices.
• Positive interpersonal skills.
• Professional verification of successful classroom teacher performance and/or student teaching experience.
• Evidence of the willingness and the ability to comply with the standards for ethical and professional performance established by the State Board of Education.
• This individual will exhibit skills pertinent to foster positive human relationships and the ability to work effectively with students, staff, parents and the community
• A willingness and demonstrated abilities conducive to a continuous quest for quality education.
• Ability to coordinate and work collaboratively with staff from non-public buildings

Responsibilities

• Tutor small groups of kindergarten through 8th grade students or 9th - 12th grade in math and reading
• Developing students' cognitive capacity and respect for learning
• Positively fostering students' self-esteem
• Working with and understanding a diverse student population
• Planning for and guiding the learning process to help students achieve program objectives
• Maintaining an atmosphere conducive to learning
• Implementing useful diagnostic and progress assessment measures
• Selecting and using effective instructional methods and learning materials
• Establishing a cooperative relationship with all assigned students
• Maintaining open lines of communication with parents/ guardians/ staff
• Engaging in professional growth activities through an ongoing program of job related knowledge and skill development
• Working collaboratively to achieve the overall purpose of the school's program and support the District's vision, aims and goals
• Integrating of the themes of leadership, technology, and communication with a diverse population

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

Job description

Position Function:

Title I Non-public Tutor will provide support to small groups of students in a non-public school(s). The small group tutoring sessions will be focused on math and reading content. The tutor will be working with students in grades Kindergarten through 8th grade or 9th - 12th grades. Omaha Public School Title I staff will determine the caseload and specific students that the tutor with work with in small groups. This position is funded through the use of federal funds from the U.S. Department Education that are given to State Education Agencies (SEA), of which then direct those funds to Local Education Agencies (LEA). It provides funds for reading/language arts and math curriculum to students in impoverished areas who are at risk of failing to meet state standards. Title 1 funds are used to support eligible students attending private schools.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Education: Minimum of Bachelor's degree in education from an accredited college or university, required
• A valid NE Teaching Certificate or the ability to obtain one with appropriate endorsement(s), required
• A demonstrated philosophy that all students can and will learn
• Excellent attendance record
• Excellent communication skills oral and written
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Best Instructional Practices
• Positive interpersonal skills
• Professional verification of successful classroom teacher performance and/or student teaching experience.
• Evidence of the willingness and the ability to comply with the standards for ethical and professional performance established by the State Board of Education.
• This individual will exhibit skills pertinent to foster positive human relationships and the ability to work effectively with students, staff, parents and the community
• A willingness and demonstrated abilities conducive to a continuous quest for quality education.
• Ability to coordinate and work collaboratively with staff from non-public buildings

Essential Performance Duties:

• Tutor small groups of kindergarten through 8th grade students or 9th - 12th grade in math and reading
• Developing students' cognitive capacity and respect for learning
• Positively fostering students' self-esteem
• Working with and understanding a diverse student population
• Planning for and guiding the learning process to help students achieve program objectives
• Maintaining an atmosphere conducive to learning
• Implementing useful diagnostic and progress assessment measures
• Selecting and using effective instructional methods and learning materials
• Establishing a cooperative relationship with all assigned students
• Maintaining open lines of communication with parents/ guardians/ staff
• Engaging in professional growth activities through an ongoing program of job related knowledge and skill development
• Working collaboratively to achieve the overall purpose of the school's program and support the District's vision, aims and goals
• Integrating of the themes of leadership, technology, and communication with a diverse population