GF Part Time Tutor AVID Pool for 2024-25 SY

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: GF PART TIME TUTOR AVID PAY GRADE: P/T (CHART)

JOB CODE: FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT DATE REVISED: 06/01/2023 HC
DUTY DAYS: LEGACY JOB CODE:
FUNDING SOURCE: THIS POSITION IS PARTIALLY OR FULLY GRANT FUNDED. EMPLOYMENT IS CONTINGENT

UPON AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS.

AUSTIN ISD EQUITY STATEMENT:

Austin ISD is committed to developing shared definitions and expectations of equity across our District that are consistent
with our Board priorities. The definition of equity from the National Equity Project will guide our transformational work.

o Educational equity means that each child receives what they need to develop to their full academic and social
potential. Working Towards Educational Equity:

o Ensuring equally high outcomes for all participants in our educational system; removing the predictability of success
or failures that currently correlates with any social or cultural factor:

o Interrupting [Disrupting] inequitable practices, examining biases, and creating inclusive multicultural school
environments for adults and children; and

o Discovering and cultivating the unique gifts, talents, and interests that every human possesses.
https://nationalequityproject.org/

• Austin ISD Board President, February 2019
  

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

A high school diploma or equivalent is required. It is preferred that the incumbent is either currently enrolled in
postsecondary courses or earned a postsecondary degree. The incumbent must be comfortable working with a diverse
student population. All tutoring takes place during the school day, so tutor must be on time and reliable. Employment is
contingent on the applicant passing a pre-employment background check, which includes the submission of fingerprints for
a national and state check. There is a required training session prior to starting work at a school. All applicants must submit
an online application.

JOB PURPOSE AND RESPONSIBILITY

The AVID tutor, under supervision from the AVID elective teacher, will provide tutoring sessions with students.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

Facilitate tutorial sessions with small groups of students engaged in academic problem-solving and peer learning. 
Tutors do not re-teach curriculum or work as homework assistants. 
Become familiar with and use AVID strategies such as Focused Notetaking, Costa’s Levels of Questioning, etc. 
Maintain open and honest communication with the AVID elective teacher. 
Set an example of organization, responsibility, and personal excellence for AVID students. 
Communicate high expectations for achievement by all AVID students. 
Serve as mentors to AVID students, developing and fostering relationships during the collaborative inquiry-based

tutorial process. 
Follow all District and campus rules and guidelines as applicable. 
Provide an exceptional customer experience for all AISD stakeholders with intentional and professional practices that

promote a culture of respect and focus on achieving equitable outcomes.

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OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

Perform other related duties as assigned; however, all employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare
situations driven by need where a team effort is required.

PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position involves working in a normal office setting with no unusual physical demands or exposure to hazardous
situations. This position may involve rare exposure to blood or body fluids. Regular attendance is required for this position.

PERSONAL WORK RELATIONSHIPS

This position reports directly to appropriate administrator or department supervisor on campus.

If you have any questions, please contact Hadley Watson, AVID Tutor Project Manager, hadley.watson@austinisd.org.

The Austin Independent School District, as an equal opportunity educational provider and employer, does not discriminate on the basis of
race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or gender
expression or any other basis protected by law in educational programs or activities that it operates or in employment decisions.