Acceleration Tutor (Henrie)

Salary Range: $30/Hour
Shift Type: Part-Time
Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Principal

This position is funded with Title l, Part A and continued funding of this position will be based on the availability of Title l, Part A funds.

EMPLOYMENT BEGINS: As soon as possible

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

To plan, develop, and implement an effective acceleration program for at risk students in a way that includes the best use of research findings, time, space, available technology, financial and community resources, so that student achievement will be maximized.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
Bachelor's Degree, with appropriate state certification for subject and level assigned

Special Knowledge/Skills:
Demonstrate a cognitive understanding of the subject matter and pedagogical skills in his/her teaching field.
Possess excellent communication skills.
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
Exhibit excellent public relation and interpersonal skills.
Understand the value of planning and demonstrate ability to develop and implement short- and long-range instructional plans based upon effective instructional strategies, knowledge of the discipline, student needs and performances, the global society, the community, and the curriculum.
Understand the various learning styles and show competence in developing and delivering instruction appropriate to students' developmental needs.
Understanding cultural diversity through providing
instruction appropriate to diverse cultures and populations, learning styles, and background experiences.
Understand how to develop a variety of instructional strategies, technologies, resources, and techniques for problem solving and critical thinking skills.
Exhibit effective communication skills and techniques, including verbal, nonverbal, and media communication that are sensitive to student differences and needs.
Possess basic understanding of the impact of technology in assigned curricular areas.
Follow all policies and procedures of the MISD.

Experience:
Successful classroom teaching experience.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Administration may find appropriate and acceptable

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Plan, organize, and provide appropriate learning experiences within the assigned area(s) of responsibility.
Create a tutoring environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity, interest, and abilities of students.
Guide the learning process toward the achievement of established district curriculum goals.
Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
Identify the special needs of students and seek assistance of others as needed.
Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Perform planned activities as indicated on district's ESSA Federal Application

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands:
Communicating well, making multiple decisions regarding students educational, physical, and emotional well being, and maintaining emotional control under stress.

Physical demands/environmental factors:
Standing, walking, and verbalizing for long periods of time.
Lifting or moving small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.
Frequent prolonged and irregular hours.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.