LITERACY/MTSS TUTOR

Job Goal:

To provide literacy (and sometimes math) intervention to students in a multi-tiered system of support (MTSS).

The Saline Area Schools strives to hire individuals who are intrinsically motivated; have a deep desire to grow professionally; believe children deserve to learn in an environment that is the least restrictive and reflective of the highest level of cultural competence; possess a strong work-ethic; are committed to providing children with boundless opportunities; and who understand that equity, inclusion and social justice are essential to the success of a literacy tutor in the 21st Century.

Reports to:

Building administrator and MTSS Coordinator.

Qualifications:

• High school graduate; college degree preferred.
• Experience in working with elementary students; reading background preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with literacy specialists, classroom teachers and building staff to implement a quality, tiered model of literacy support/intervention.
• Professional disposition, effective communication style, and flexibility in adapting to new situations.
• Reliable transportation to and from the job site.
• Exemplary, regular and predictable attendance is expected.

This is a part-time position, 4-5 hours per day (Monday-Friday). The primary responsibility is to support students in need of extra literacy intervention within a multi-tiered system of support (MTSS). A building administrator and MTSS Coordinator work closely with this position to develop a consistent routine. Other responsibilities include:

• Administer assessments to students for purposes of screening and monitoring progress.
• Collaborate with staff to plan for interventions and problem-solve using student achievement data.
• Implement research-based literacy interventions to students within the classroom or during "intervention/extension" time (Best Fit time) when all students within a grade level are regrouped according to need/level.
• Attend meetings (with building teams and district-wide) for planning and continuous training.
• This position may also involve providing limited math support and academic accommodations.

Terms of Employment:

Ten month, school year position. 4-5 hours per day, 5 days per week, (specific hours to be set by employer). Starting wage $18 - $19.47 per hour depending upon experience.

Evaluation:

As defined by Board policy, administrative regulation, and the Educational Support Personnel Association collective bargaining agreement.

FLSA Status:

Non-exempt

NONDISCRIMINATION AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.