Tutor - Acad. Youth Prog.
Ada S. McKinley Community Services, Inc · Chicago, IL · 1 mo ago
On-siteTrainingFull-time
About the role
Under the supervision of the Program Director, delivers academic tutoring to students in the 6th, 7th and 8th grades.
Responsibilities
- Review materials provided by the School Administrator and present concepts that increase and improve students’ skill sets.
- Understand and apply the principles and instructional methods taught by the Reading Specialist.
- Attend joint training, planning, and preparation sessions under the direct supervision of the Reading Specialist.
- Facilitate and assist with planning enrichment activities and workshops.
- Organize tutorial materials and supplies before each tutoring session.
- Maintain accurate student information, including attendance, test scores, progress reports, phone numbers, and addresses.
- Document student problems and concerns and communicate them immediately to the Program Director and/or Program Coordinator.
- Maintain a log/journal of tutoring activities and experiences for self‑evaluation and professional development.
- Learn students’ names promptly and develop positive relationships with them.
- Conduct tutoring sessions with individuals and small groups under the supervision of the Program Director.
- Provide personal support and encouragement to help students overcome obstacles to academic success.
Qualifications
- Successful completion of at least three years of undergraduate study.
- Ability to serve as a positive role model and mentor.
- Previous work experience and/or coursework involving tutoring or mentoring elementary school‑aged students.
- Ability to work part‑time during afternoon and evening hours.
- Ability to work full‑time during July and August for the summer program.
Skills
- Ability to follow lesson plans and learn to use instructional materials effectively.
- Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Responsible and committed to helping youth from underserved communities.
- Enthusiastic about supporting children’s interests, talents, and skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Enjoys working with students, parents, and other community representatives.
- Reliable, dependable, and punctual.
- Friendly and positive attitude.
- Patient, flexible, and comfortable working with elementary school‑aged children.
- Ability to establish positive and supportive relationships with children.
Compensation
$18.50 per hour. Compensation within the posted salary range varies based on experience, skills, education, and performance.
Benefits
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick time
- 12 paid holidays
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Life insurance
- Long‑term and short‑term disability
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Family medical leave
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule
Part‑time role with afternoon and evening hours; full‑time availability required for the July‑August summer program.