What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elementary Reading Tutor position at KC International Academy?
Position Title:
Elementary Reading Tutor
About KCIA:
Kansas City International Academy (KCIA) is a kindergarten through 8th grade charter school located in the Kansas City Missouri School District. KCIA's focus is creating a world class school with an international focus. Many of KCIA's students are members of families who have immigrated to Kansas City from more than 25 different countries. Approximately 60% of our students are English Language Learners, who speak over 15 different languages. 100% of our students receive free or reduced lunch. We embrace the diversity of our student body and we are honored to make a difference in the lives of our vibrant international community of students every day.
KCIA has an extensive, rigorous, and robust K-8 English Language Program. We have highly trained and experienced English language development teachers/specialists equipped to support our students’ language needs. Translators support newcomer students who need enriched language instruction.
All of us at KCIA are excited about the continual academic success of our students. KCIA is a very special place for our students and staff as we continue to become one of the state's exemplary charter schools. KCIA is a special place that offers a community of love and care to our students, and an adult culture of substantial, personalized instructional support.
About the Position:
The role of the Reading Tutor is to provide high-quality instruction, support and intervention in the areas of reading and literacy to ensure all students develop the skills to become proficient readers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide targeted literacy interventions daily to students who are not meeting grade-level reading benchmarks.
- Diagnose and evaluate student literacy abilities and progress in a timely and consistent manner using research-based assessments.
- Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
- Contribute to and participate in schoolwide literacy initiatives.
- Maintain systems to manage literacy data to ensure interventions and instruction are effective and assist in the identification and progress of struggling readers.
- Abide by Missouri statutes, school board policies and regulations.
- Attend meetings and perform duties as assigned by administrators or supervisors.
- Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
- Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation
Qualifications:
- Must hold proper teaching certification according to the state of Missouri
- Must hold a graduate certificate and/or master’s degree in reading instruction (preferred)
- Excellent record of success in providing successful, research-based reading strategies to improve student outcomes
- Completion of LETRS training is preferred
Compensation & Benefits:
All KCIA employees are provided with a robust and competitive salary, compensation, and benefits package.
Our Commitment to Creating a Workplace Where ALL Belong:
At KCIA, creating a workplace environment where ALL feel welcomed, respected, and have equal opportunities to thrive is integral to our mission. We believe that our school should reflect the community we serve, and that ALL voices should be elevated and purposefully integrated into our work. We are dedicated to fostering a safe and empowering environment for ALL employees while extending this culture of courage into our work as educators.
It is the policy of KC International Academy not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by law in its programs or employment practices as required by federal and state law.
