Prospective Learning Center Tutor

Prospective Learning Center Tutor

We’re looking for someone who:

• has experience in reading instruction
• is interested in part-time work with K-8 students
• is flexible and friendly, and develops quick rapport

Who we are:

At Randolph School, PK-12 students become lifelong thinkers, creative problem solvers, and fearless leaders as they learn to embrace their full potential, prepare for a purposeful future and create epic possibilities for success. Randolph School is situated on two campuses within a mile of each other in Jones Valley on the southeastern side of Huntsville, Alabama, which was named in the U.S. News & World Report’s list of best cities in the United States to live. The 17-acre Drake campus houses pre-kindergarten through grade eight, while the Upper School is located at the 76-acre Garth campus. Through a commitment to excellence in academics, the arts, and athletics, the school’s program and its faculty demand diligence and discipline while encouraging creativity and discovery. Above all, the school emphasizes honor, integrity, and character so that all in partnership with Randolph are elevated and inspired to enrich their families, communities, the nation, and the world.

Randolph School is seeking prospective tutors to match with students as needs arise. The ideal candidate will have experience with reading instruction rooted in the Science of Reading, with specific training in LETRS, the Orton-Gillingham approach, or other multisensory language instruction methods as an additional plus. Tutors work with students primarily during the school day.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Provides subject specific tutoring to students when requested
• Creates a learning atmosphere that is conducive to cooperation and progress and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students
• Maintains a safe and orderly environment
• Maintains the established routine of the Learning Center and procedures as outlined by the Director
• Maintains a professional appearance as an example to students
• Arrives promptly for tutoring sessions and remains for entire session, unless otherwise instructed to leave by the Center Director or Division Head
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Maintains reasonable rules of conduct which encourage self-discipline and responsibility
• Communicates effectively with parents when needed

Qualifications:

• Experience with reading instruction rooted in the Science of Reading, with specific training in LETRS, the Orton-Gillingham approach, or other multisensory language instruction methods as an additional plus
• B.S. in related field

As a member institution, Randolph School is committed to the principles of diversity as stated by the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS). In that spirit, Randolph School does not discriminate in violation of the law on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, sexual orientation, age, physical challenge, nation of origin, gender, or any other characteristic.