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TUTOR

Employer
Essex Westford School District
Location
Essex Junction, VT, US
Salary
Competitive

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Job Category
Support Staff, Tutor
Our Albert D. Lawton middle school is seeking an experienced instructional assistant/teacher to tutor a student in academic subject areas as part of a 504 Plan, or other temporary accommodation. The tutor will provide instruction and support 1:1 in the school setting. Position is expected to be available for the spring season.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES shall include the following, other duties may be assigned:
• Plan and prepare lessons under the oversight of the classroom teacher/school administrator:
-choose materials at appropriate levels for students;
-prepare lesson plans and objectives;
-research and/or create instructional materials as needed.
• Provide direct instruction to students:
-tutor students individually under the direction/oversight of the classroom teacher;
-conduct credit-bearing and non-credit bearing classes;
-plan and lead field trips;
• Assess students' progress, preparing written documentation as required.
• Meet with parents, independently or with classroom teacher/school administrator, to discuss students' progress and needs, explain the course curriculum, and so forth.
• Meet regularly with 504 Coordinator and/or school administrator to plan, coordinate and evaluate instructional activities, review student progress, consult about special problems, and the like.

Will are seeking candidates with the following qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in education or other appropriate discipline, with several years of directly related training/experience in tutoring or instructing students.
- Good basic teaching skills in language arts, math, science, and social studies.
- Middle school experience desirable.
- Ability to effectively manage students one-on-one.
- Ability to recognize and curtail potential dangers including environmental hazards and behavioral aggression/hostility.
- Good understanding of the developmental needs of school-aged students; and the ability to show patience, respect and compassion in working with students.
- Strong background in the content of math, language arts, science, and social studies. Good understanding of the concepts relevant to the grade level being tutored, and ability to apply these concepts.
- Ability to problem solve and develop skill building activities for the grade level being served.
- Great oral and written communication skills.
- Good problem solving skills and the ability to work independently without direct oversight.
- Proficient knowledge and skills with various computer applications including: word processing, spreadsheets, databases, Internet, e-mail, and Power Point. Strong technical knowledge to operate computers. Proven ability to effectively instruct others in the use of these applications and programs.

Position pays $20.00/hour and is available on a temporary basis for a few months, until the accommodation is no longer needed. Position is part-time (approximately 2 hours/day). Service shall be provided at school.

Applications only accepted electronically through www.schoolspring.com.

Position Type: Part-time
Positions Available: 1
Welcome to Albert D. Lawton Intermediate School!
Please go to our webpage at www.ewsd.org
Job Requirements The District conducts thorough screenings of all applicants being recommended for hire, which may include contacting references not listed on your schoolspring application. Selected individuals shall also be subject to a criminal records background checks, and child and adult abuse registry checks. Any offer of employment shall be contingent upon acceptable results of these checks at the sole discretion of the Superintendent or his/her designee. Click Here for additional background check information.

  • At least 1 year of relevant experience preferred
  • Bachelor degree preferred
  • Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required

  • Application Instructions Please answer the questions below relative to your candidacy for this position:
    Application Questions This employer has requested that all applicants answer the following questions. It is highly recommended that you type any essays in a word processing program, save them, and then paste them on the proceeding job application page. 1. Are you under contract or do you have a letter of intent from another school district or supervisory union that would conflict with this posted position?
    Multiple Choice / Single Answer
    - Yes
    - No
    2. Do we have your permission to contact all references, employers, educational institutions, and other individuals who may have knowledge of your employment and/or other pertinent information regarding your candidacy for this position?
    Yes/No
    3. Please review the job description and answer the following question (a link to the job description has been provided in the posting): Are you able to complete the requirements of the job with or without accommodation?
    Yes/No
    Contact Information Jennifer Wood, Principal
    104 Maple Street
    Essex Jct, Vermont 05452
    Phone: 802-857-7835
    Fax: 802-879-8175
    Email: jwood@ewsd.org

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