What are the responsibilities and job description for the 21st Century Teacher position at Springfield Urban League?
21st Century Teacher - Wilcox Location
SUMMARY: The general responsibilities of the Teacher/Tutor are to provide intensive and extensive tutorial services for students. The Teacher/Tutor, in order to assist the student in his/her education endeavors, will utilize the resources by the Youth & Community Program and/or school district personnel. The Teacher/Tutor will provide feedback to Director of Youth & Community Programs and Youth Outreach Advocate regarding the progress the student is making. The individual must be extremely reliable, trustworthy, and have a positive attitude toward direction. This is an after school program.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Provide academic assistance to assigned tutees, either in a group or individually.
- Establish liaison with the teacher and work under the teacher’s director, if necessary to assist the student.
- Attend periodic training sessions to increase competency in working with students.
- Be responsible for maintaining records on each student being tutored, including follow-up and periodic assessment.
- Provide evaluations and other reports.
- Assist students in developing positive attitudes toward learning and studying.
- Assist students in developing self-confidence, and reducing anxiety or fear of failure in academic work.
- Assist students in developing a high level of motivation in academic areas.
- Assist students in achieving a better understanding of specific subject material and in improving academic capabilities in designated areas.
- Help students develop the study skills necessary for academic success.
- Establish and maintain rapport with the assigned student(s).
- Serve as a role model for students being served.
- Be learner-centered. Plan and conduct tutorial sessions keyed to your learner’s specific needs, interests and goals.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- College degree preferred but not required.
- Ability to speak, read, and write in English fluently.
- Display cultural sensitivity and openness to different values/beliefs.
- Demonstrate patience and willingness to provide encouragement.
- Willing to commit to up to 8 hours per week and six months of instructional time, or as agreed upon between tutor and Director or Advocate.
- Prior experience preferred.
Beneifts
Because this position is part time there are no health benefits at this time.
The Springfield Urban League, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
