High Dosage Tutor

Twentynine Palms, CA • Part-time • $21.00/hour

About the role

A High Dosage Tutor works directly with elementary and middle school-aged students, providing tutoring and instructional support in reading and math. Tutors assist students with mastery of grade-level academic standards in a small-group setting of up to three students. This is a seasonal, part-time position with schedules ranging from 2 to 3.5 hours per day during after-school hours, five days a week. Work schedules are subject to change based on the needs of Think Together.

Responsibilities

• Provide small-group and individual interventions to help students master instructional materials.
• Engage children and youth by following and implementing the intervention curriculum.
• Read to students, listen to students read, and participate in other forms of oral communication.
• Accurately score student assessments and monitor student progress.
• Assist school staff with devising special strategies for reinforcing material based on individual student needs, interests, and abilities.
• Alert the Student and Family Literacy Coordinator of any concerns or special information about individual students.
• Maintain the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality as expected of fully licensed teachers.
• Participate in in-service training sessions as assigned.
• Operate and care for equipment and instructional materials.
• Keep daily records of individual student attendance.
• Complete paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.
• Arrive punctually to meet site start-up and assignment responsibilities.
• Maintain close communication with the Program Analyst regarding planned or emergency absences.
• Serve as a positive role model for children through appropriate dress, speech, attitude, and courtesy.
• Assist in maintaining the site to Think Together standards.
• Comply with organization and site policies and follow procedures.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Proof of graduation from high school or GED.
• 48 college semester or 60 college quarter units, or passing a pre-employment test.
• Experience working with young children preferred, along with the ability to inspire and motivate.

Pay

$21.00/hour

Schedule

• Part-time, seasonal position.
• 2 to 3.5 hours per day during after-school hours, 5 days a week.
• Schedules are subject to change based on the needs of Think Together.