Intervention Tutor - Middle School

Position Summary: 

We are looking for an exceptional Intervention Tutor to join our team!  With 56% of our students classified as English-Learners, our Interventionists are critical to achieving our mission. As an Intervention Tutor & Teacher’s Assistant  you will work to provide support but work closely with students who are English Language Learners.  You will support in the classroom, small groups and/or individual student settings. You are insatiably curious about how to motivate students to engage in learning through community building and rigorous, standards-aligned instruction. You support by integrating strategies for English Learners and students with disabilities seamlessly into your work. Above all, you are a patient optimist - you believe that every student is capable of graduating from college.

This role reports to the school principal. 

Responsibilities:

• Assist a certificated teacher in reinforcing math, reading, writing and literacy instruction to identified individual or small groups of students
• Assist students in completing classroom assignments, homework and projects in various subject areas
• Ensure student understanding of classroom rules and procedures
• Assist students by answering questions, providing proper examples, emotional support, friendly attitude and general guidance; 
• Confer with the Teacher and Learning Specialists concerning lesson plans and materials to meet student needs.
• Assist with campus and classroom supervision and oversee student drills, practices and assignments in various subjects.
• Assist in the preparation of instructional materials and provide routine clerical support, including typing, copying and filing instructional materials; 
• Prepare and maintain trackers and various student records.
• Explain and ensure student understanding of classroom assignment and homework instructions, including explaining concepts as necessary; 
• Assist students with meeting individual education goals and objectives; report progress regarding student performance and behavior.
• Assist in behavior management of students in the classroom according to school expectations; monitor and interact with students during breaks and passing period, outdoor, and other recreational activities as assigned.
• Support with grading student tests and assignments as assigned; maintain records and student files related to progress, behavior and assigned activities.
• Assists students with improving fluency in English, writing stories and summaries of books; assisting students with punctuation, grammar and spelling.
• Ensure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and procedures; maintain learning environment in a safe, orderly and clean manner;
• Provide classroom support by setting up work areas and displays and distributing and collecting paper, supplies and materials.
• Operate a variety of office and classroom equipment including a copier, printer, laminator, computer and assigned software.
• Communicate with teachers, staff, administrators and others to exchange information and resolve issues or concerns.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Attend meetings and in-services for classroom programs as assigned.
• Comply with mandated reporting requirements.
• Maintain the unwavering belief in the extraordinary potential of every student. 
• Maintain a growth mindset with all stakeholders. 
• Build authentic relationships with students by serving as a mentor; consistently reinforce the belief that all students have the capacity to be successful through college. 
• Build authentic relationships with families through school events, phone calls and conferences.
• Commit to equitable teaching and learning opportunities for all students with  dedication  to the success of students, their families, and the community.
• Facilitate students’ mastery of academic standards through long-term planning, daily and weekly lesson plans, and execution of rigorous and engaging daily instruction.
• Collaborate with ACE Learning Specialists to support a full-inclusion model of Special Education to the greatest extent possible.
• Create a warm yet firm classroom culture through consistent implementation of behavior ladders. 
• Celebrate student growth, as well as proficiency.
• Consistently integrate coaching feedback.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with all stakeholders. 
• Approach professional development (training, observations, coaching and feedback) with commitment and reflection.

Education & Experience

Minimum qualifications

• High School Diploma or Associates is required, Bachelor's Degrees are preferred.
• Your ability to speak and write in Spanish is preferred, but not required.

Preferred Qualifications

• You have at least one year of experience in working with students in an educational setting
• You are a mission-driven individual who has experience working with diverse student populations, including English language learners and students with disabilities.
• You have experience using Google applications (Docs, Sheets, Hangouts, etc), as well as Google Classroom and/or other distance learning platforms.

Salary and Benefits

• This is an hourly position, starting at $20.00/hour

ACE Charter Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.  

Salary : $20 - $26