AVID Tutor

Primary Purpose:

Under the general supervision of the principal and AVID coordinator and the immediate supervision of the AVID elective teacher, AVID Tutors assist students in academic subjects to develop habits of mind and higher academic achievement standards among students, which will increase postsecondary educational options upon high school graduation. AVID Tutors are distinguished from other Tutors and Instructional Aides/Assistants in that AVID Tutors are trained in using AVID strategies to enhance the academic performance of targeted high school students and serve as role models and mentors.

Qualifications/Certifications

High school degree or college program at an accredited college or university

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Motivated and organized
• Demonstrated responsibility and reliability
• Comfortable working with a diverse student population
• Follow oral and written directions; communicate effectively with others

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assists in teaching study skills and other skills necessary for college preparation for the purpose of helping students improve and achieve academic success.
• Assists students in any subject area by being familiar with students' textbooks, materials and AVID classroom resources for the purpose of ensuring a student's knowledge and understanding of specific subject matter.
• Assures that students complete work in a timely manner for the purpose of helping students improve study methods and meet objectives.
• Communicates regularly with the AVID coordinator/teacher regarding student progress and areas of concern and confer with the teacher about future tutorial plans for the purpose of fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Develops writing assignments for the purpose of encouraging critical thinking and promoting progressive learning.
• Establishes and maintains rapport with students for the purpose of serving as a role model to students.
• Facilitates student learning in a challenging, yet supportive, tutoring environment for the purpose of improving student academic capabilities in designated areas.
• Leads peer critique groups that underscore the principle of collaborative learning for the purpose of assisting the group in setting a plan and early goals, which can be modified.
• Participates in all required training, professional development sessions and meetings for the purpose of collaborating with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation and revision of the program.
• Responds to student writing with helpful verbal and written comments for the purpose of motivating students achievement and success.
• Sets an example of personal excellence and high expectations for all AVID students for the purpose of serving as a role model.
• Teaches mini-lessons for the purpose of encouraging critical thinking and ensuring that the students' knowledge is challenged and probed.
• Works with students at all phases of the writing process (e.g. brainstorming, clustering, read arounds, revision and editing, etc.) for the purpose of helping students achieve a better understanding of specific subject area.
• Works individually with students on writing assignments, as well as support student mastery of various content subject areas for the purpose of improving students study methods, including the selection of appropriate learning resources.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Equipment used:

Personal computer and peripherals

Working Conditions

The working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

Mental Demands:

Work with frequent interruptions

Physical Demands:

Sitting

Standing

Bending/Stooping

Kneeling

Pushing/Pulling

Repetitive hand motions

Keyboarding/mouse

Speaking clearly

Hearing

Environmental Factors:

Exposure to noise