Position: AmeriCorps Academic Tutor
Organization: ReDefiners World Languages
Department: Programs
Supervisor: Ingrid Holguin, Academic Achievers Program Director
Work Schedule: Part-time, hours per week depend on commitment hours selected, schedule will fall Monday-Friday anywhere between 7:40 am and 6:00 pm and Saturdays; 10:00am - 4:00pm
Pay: Stipend
Number of Openings: 20
Position Type: W2 AmeriCorps Member Term of Service: 300, 450, or 900 hours between August 1, 2024 - July 31, 2025
Work Locations: ReDefiners Office- 8056 N. 56th St., Tampa, FL 33617 Mort Elementary- School 1806 E Bearss Ave East, Tampa, FL 33613 Family Enrichment Center - 1002 E MLK Jr Blvd, Tampa, FL 33603
Contact: Diana Alonso, diana@redefinerswl.org ; 813-530-2313
Who Are We? ReDefiners World Languages is a pioneering non-profit organization with the goal of developing a compassionate community of global citizens, who are both economically and socially responsible, through world language and cultural enrichment. Education in global communication is paramount in developing cognitive skills, creating opportunities for upward mobility, and establishing a foundation to excel in an ever increasing globalized society. We strive to provide language learning opportunities in Arabic, English, Spanish and Mandarin through our programs and courses for adults and children regardless of socioeconomic background.
Purpose of Position: Provide 1:1 academic tutoring to Kindergarten - 5th grade students, with a focus on Literacy Development.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Plan, prepare, and conduct dynamic, student-centered, 1-hour tutoring sessions in English that follow established guidelines
Record and complete student progress reports after each session
Submit all student daily reports to program coordinator
Submit hours worked at the end of each shift
Complete and submit weekly updates to the program coordinator
Provide 5-10 minute debrief with caregiver in English or Spanish at the end of each tutoring session to communicate student progress
Commit to arriving on time and prepared for each tutoring session
Commit to regular training and professional development Participate in team meetings
Participate in quarterly team gatherings
Complete all required trainings
Approved fundraising activities to support Academic Achievers Program
Teleservice support, as needed
Complete (300, 450, or 900 hours, depending on selection) of service each year in service
Assist in planning, organizing, and executing program literacy events
Support:
Tutor training
Weekly digital literacy and professional development training
Resource guidance
Collaborative team environment
Requirements:
Native or Highly Proficient Speaker of English required
Native or Highly Proficient Speaker of Spanish preferred
Experience working with students ages 5-12 preferred
Reliable transportation required
Highly organized
Able to express and garner enthusiasm about reading with young children
Highly energetic
Willing to learn to use online tools to enhance student success
Proficient with computers
Must complete a level FBI II background clearance & National Sex Offender Clearance
Available to maintain a regular work schedule per week Benefits:
Flexible schedule
Living allowance
Segal Education Award
Professional development
Loan forbearance
SNAP benefits
America's Service Commission: Member Assistance Program (MAP)
Recognition events
Supply reimbursement
Hands on experience
Contribution to community initiative
Come be part of a global team!