Tutor - Private Schools

Position Summary

This is an hourly position with primary responsibility of providing supplemental tutorial support to eligible Title I private school students in the areas of reading, writing and math. Under the general supervision of the assigned private school administrator with direct supervision from Federal Way Public Schools' Title I office, tutors are assigned to Title I students (Title I Private School Tutors do not provide classroom support).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor students in accordance with the school and district policies.
• Tutor students one-on-one or in small groups in the areas of reading, writing or math through supplemental tutorial support (and may not perform activities normally performed by classroom assistants or classroom teachers).
• Perform record keeping and clerical functions for the purpose of providing necessary records/materials.
• Monitor individuals and/or groups of students in a variety of settings.
• Confer with teachers and/or parents as may be required for the purpose of providing input into the evaluation of students' progress and/or implementing/modifying students' objectives.
• Provide information, as requested by building or program staff, regarding the specific tutorial activities performed and conducted with assigned students.
• Attend functions as assigned (e.g. meetings, in-service presentations, trainings, etc.) for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions.
• Communicate concerns to the principal regarding any violations of safety standards or lack of cooperation on the part of students or drivers.
• Aid in establishing an environment that encourages appropriate behavior and redirect student behaviors that are not in line with the school behavior expectations.
• Assist the teacher in the communicating with other building/district staff members and parents.
• Inform the advising teacher to any observed problems or information regarding an individual student.
• Perform instructional/tutorial assignments and keep records as directed by the supervising teacher.
• Interact positively with students, parents, and staff.
• Give positive reinforcement to students throughout the day.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• One of the following:
• AA degree,
• 48 College-Level Semester Credits,
• 72 College-Level Quarter Credits,
• Pass the state approved ParaPro Assessment.

Additional Requirements

• Proficient in basic spelling, math and grammar skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with students.

Physical Demands

• Regularly sit, stand and walk.
• Lift/carry up to 10 pounds frequently, up to 25 pounds occasionally, and up to 35 pounds occasionally.
• Push/pull a maximum force of 200 lbs occasionally.

Work Conditions

• Exposure to traffic noise and fumes.
• Exposure to angry, frustrated, or aggressive individuals, typically in a school classroom environment.