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AVID Summer Jumpstart Teacher

Harvard Community Unit School District 50
Harvard, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/31/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/30/2025

Job Title:

AVID Summer Jumpstart Teacher


Job Summary:

The Summer AVID Jumpstart Teacher provides engaging, student-centered instruction designed to introduce and reinforce AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) strategies for incoming junior high students. The teacher fosters a college and career readiness mindset, helping students develop skills in organization, inquiry, collaboration, reading, and writing to support their academic success.


Qualifications:

Professional Educator License (PEL)

AVID Trained


Evaluation:

The performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board’s policy on the Evaluation of Certified.


Reports to:

Summer School Principal and Director of Special Services


Terms of Employment:

This is a part-time, hourly position for two days, August 7th and 8th, with an additional three hours of planning to be determined.


  • Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
  • Compensation: $35 per hour
  • This position does not include benefits


FLSA Status:

Exempt


Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Implement AVID instructional strategies, including Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization, and Reading (WICOR), to enhance student learning.
  • Provide engaging lessons that develop students’ academic confidence, note-taking, time management, and goal-setting skills.
  • Foster a collaborative and supportive classroom culture that encourages student agency and leadership.
  • Support students in building college and career readiness skills by introducing AVID methodologies that promote independent learning and perseverance.
  • Use interactive and student-driven activities to reinforce teamwork, problem-solving, and effective communication.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to align AVID Jumpstart instruction with junior high expectations and best practices.
  • Maintain ongoing communication with families to support students' transition into junior high.
  • Participate in professional learning communities and professional development related to AVID best practices.
  • Assess student progress and adjust instructional approaches as needed to ensure engagement and growth.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.


Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Must demonstrate a record of effectiveness in their teaching
  • Must have excellent planning and organization skills
  • Must have the ability to work collaboratively with others
  • Must have strong verbal communication skills
  • Must model a desire and willingness to learn, constantly seeking ways to improve continually

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands of a Teacher include the ability to remain active and engaged in various classroom and therapy settings for extended periods of time. Teachers must be able to stand, sit, and move throughout the classroom and school environment to provide individualized instruction and support to students. The position requires the ability to assist students with physical disabilities, which may involve lifting, positioning, or transferring students, often using assistive devices and occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds. Teachers must be able to bend, kneel, crouch, and reach to assist students in activities, provide necessary interventions, and set up learning environments. Clear verbal communication is essential, requiring strong vocal projection to give instructions, model activities, and provide support during classroom or therapy sessions. Additionally, teachers must have the ability to manage classroom materials, including moving and organizing adaptive equipment, technology, and resources used for instruction. Teachers should also be prepared to respond quickly to students' needs, whether academic, behavioral, or emotional, while maintaining a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment. The role requires flexibility to adapt to various physical environments such as classrooms, playgrounds, and therapy rooms


ADA:

The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.


This job description is intended to describe minimum qualifications and duties and responsibilities performed by employees assigned to this position and is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The District reserves the right to amend and change the position responsibilities to meet District needs as necessary.


Salary : $35

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