TN Tutoring Grant Paraprofessional

About the role

A TN Tutoring Grant Paraprofessional (frequently designated as a TN ALL Corps Tutor or Academic Interventionist) works within Tennessee's state-funded high-dosage tutoring initiative. Unlike a regular classroom aide or a LEAPS afterschool specialist, this role is explicitly data-driven and strictly focused on narrowing learning gaps in core subjects (primarily Math and English Language Arts) during the standard school day. Under the direct supervision of the school administration and the district's Tutoring Coordinator, the TN Tutoring Grant Paraprofessional delivers high-dosage, low-ratio academic tutoring to small cohorts of students. The primary goal is to accelerate grade-level learning using Tennessee's state-approved supplemental curriculums.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intensive tutoring sessions in an explicitly mandated 1:3 ratio for elementary students or a 1:3 to 1:4 ratio for middle schoolers.
• Deliver high-quality, pre-planned lessons aligned with Tennessee Academic Standards using state-adopted acceleration platforms (e.g., Zearn for Mathematics or Reading Plus for ELA).
• Facilitate consistent tutoring blocks lasting exactly 30 to 45 minutes, 2 to 3 times per week per student group over a designated semester timeline.
• Document regular student growth metrics and formative assessments to ensure students are responding to intervention strategies.
• Maintain accurate time, attendance, and instructional records for every student group to satisfy state grant audit requirements.
• Meet regularly with classroom teachers and school leaders to align tutoring targets with what students are learning in their primary classrooms.
• Manage student behavior effectively within the micro-learning group to maximize active instructional time and ensure safety.
• Build deep, encouraging mentorship relationships with students to foster academic confidence and a growth mindset.

Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move dynamically for extended periods.
• Willingness to supervise outdoor physical and wellness activities.
• High levels of patience, empathy, and strong communication skills necessary for engaging with children and families.
• Proficiency in implementing state-approved supplemental curriculums and using acceleration platforms such as Zearn and Reading Plus.
• Skill in tracking student progress through formative assessments and maintaining compliance logs for state grant audits.
• Ability to collaborate with classroom teachers and school leaders to align tutoring targets with core classroom instruction.
• Capability to manage small-group behavior and foster a positive, encouraging learning environment.

Schedule

Targeted Scheduling: Facilitate consistent tutoring blocks lasting exactly 30 to 45 minutes, 2 to 3 times per week per student group over a designated semester timeline.