Middle School - Paraprofessional Tutor 24-25 SY
Description

Amethod Public Schools (AMPS) is a mission and values driven organization. Our mission is to provide a rigorous college preparatory education and character development program that will prepare students from underserved communities to succeed in college and beyond. Our day-to-day work is embodied by a set of core values: Students First, Teamwork, Adaptability, Responsibility, Perseverance, and Commitment to Distinction. We are looking for team members who exude these values and a passion for our mission 


POSITION SUMMARY

The tutor position will provide academic assistance services to students who need remedial assistance,

including tutoring students in specific academic areas related to their core curriculum and/or assist

students with their homework assignments during the afterschool program. Tutors engage in academic

activities with selected students either one-on-one or with small groups. Many of the children that

tutors work with are performing below their expected academic grade level. The tutor will be under the

supervision of the Site Director.


Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Tutoring students in 1-on-1 and/or small groups. 
  • Prepare lesson plans to focus on specific academic areas designated by Classroom Teacher, School Director, and Instructional Resource Teacher
  • Assist with integrating core-curriculum concepts into tutoring component 
  • Manage groups of students to make efficient use of time 
  • Consult with Site Director on academic assistance strategies
  • Communicate regularly with school-day teachers and ASES program staff 
  • Ensure student safety and school accountability 
  • Keep accurate records and collect data on students according to grant requirements 
  • Attend trainings on core-curriculum concepts and math/reading interventions 
  • Attend staff meetings 

Attend in-service trainings as well as other appropriate trainings according to Professional Development


QUALIFICATIONS 


 Required knowledge and skills

 • Work experience in a school setting with students
• Must possess organization, communication and problem solving skills. 
• Must pass a DOJ background check. 
• Must be willing to create and follow through with individualized professional development plan. 
• Ability to demonstrate skills in development of academic activities.
• Strong administrative and organizational skills. 
• High level of communication skills, both written and oral. 
• Strong initiative and ability to solve problems. 

Education Desired

 

•BA Degree in Math or English preferred, but not absolutely necessary
• Experience working and challenging students academically


 

To apply:  Visit us at www.amethodschools.org

As an equal opportunity employer; we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.

Salary Description
$25.00 - $27.50