Tutor'

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direct supervision of the Education Center Manager, the Tutor is responsible for providing personalized tutoring services for youth in grades K-12 and assisting youth in their educational endeavors. Tutor is responsible for collaboration with local elementary, middle and high schools to build communication and partnerships to address the educational needs of the youth the community. Responsible for planning and implementing educational activities which promote positive development of the youth in alignment with the expected outcomes of established goals of the Tribe and various funding sources. In summer months, the Tutor assumes the roles and responsibilities of a Youth Coordinator.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Tutors will assist youth and other staff in all operational and academic functions of the Education Center.
2. Assist youth with reading, writing, math, and other subjects including computer skills.
3. Possess solid knowledge of K-12 school subjects
4. Assess the requirements of youth in the community.
5. Communicates with youth to determine their needs and interests.
6. Ensures a variety of sport, recreation, cultural, and other programs are planned and implemented.
7. Schedule educational activities, facilities, and volunteers as required.
8. Plan, supervise and lead educational activities for the youth.
9. Prepare monthly plans for educational youth activities.
10. Provide special project management, assistance and coordination to the organization.
11. Operate office equipment such as computer, typewriter, calculator, copier, and fax.
12. Work collaboratively with coworkers and other staff in a team environment.
13. Serve as a chaperone during both on-site and off-site events as needed
14. Participates in planning for holidays, gatherings, meetings and other youth and cultural events.
15. Works well and communicate effectively with youth, parents, coworkers and the community.
16. Attend and actively participate in weekly staff meetings.
17. Work extended hours on evenings and weekends as needed.
18. Drive self and others to and from events.
19. Communicates with local school districts (principals, teachers, specialists) to obtain open communication to help students succeed in their education.
20. Assist children with homework and educational skills including but not limited to reading, writing, math, science, social studies, computer skills and additional subjects.
21. Maintain current and solid knowledge of K-12 school subjects, common core curriculum and educational strategies.
22. Other related duties assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. AA degree in liberal studies; math, science, language arts, literacy, history or education is required.
2. CPR and First Aid is required within 30 days of employment.
3. Mandated Reporter training must be completed within 30 days of employment.
4. Valid CA driver’s license.
5. Must be at least 18 years of age.
6. Knowledge of common core curriculum & STEM.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Successful completion of the CBEST exam is preferred and may be required within six (6) months of employment.

NATIVE PREFERENCE

Preference in hiring is given to either the most qualified applicant or a Native American candidate who meets the minimum qualifications. When two (2) or more Native American candidates have comparable qualifications, the following order of preference shall apply: (1) Members of Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians; (2) Spouses or domestic partners (certified through Tribal Court) of members of Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians; (3) Parents of children of the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians; (4) All other documented Native Americans; (5) All other applicants in accordance with Title 25, U.S. Code, Section 472 and 473. Applicants claiming Native preference must submit verification of Indian eligibility.