TUTORS

Do you have a strong instructional background?

The Essex Westford School District skilled individuals to tutor students in academic subject areas outside of the school environment as part of a 504 Plan, or other temporary accommodation. Positions are part-time as needed, and pay $20.00/hour.

Essential duties and responsibilities 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.

We are seeking individuals with the following qualifications:
- 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.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- 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.
- Good reasoning and problem solving skills.
- Great interpersonal skills.
- Ability to attend required or requested meetings outside of school hours.
- Good basic teaching skills in language arts, math, science, and social studies.

For consideration, please submit your Schoolspring application to this posting.

Selected candidates will be notified.

Position Type: Part-time
Positions Available: 1
Job Requirements Reference Check Requirements - Candidates who pass the initial application screening will be sent an email with a link to enter your references: minimum of 3 total of which at least 2 must be from your most recent managers/supervisors. If you are a recent graduate, teachers, professors and instructors may qualify as manager references. This process should be completed within 24 hours of receiving the email. Once your references are entered, they will receive an email with the web link to complete the reference. Please be sure to gather the necessary contact information (contact phone number(s) and email address) for your references after you submit your application to avoid any unnecessary delays. It is also a good idea to contact your reference to let them know what to expect so they will watch for the web link via email.

Candidates without an educator license must be willing and able to successfully complete the Introductory Teacher Training (for Substitute Teachers) program through Frontline Education. For more information about Frontline Education, please Click Here . The cost of the Introductory Teacher Training (for Substitute Teachers) shall be the responsibility of the applicant. Candidates will be paid for a day of substitute teaching upon completion of the courses, EWSD mandatory training and all other employment requirements as outlined below:

As a condition of employment, all selected applicants must complete the requirements for a criminal background check and registry checks. The cost of the checks shall be the responsibility of the applicant.

All selected applicants must also complete EWSD Mandatory Trainings prior to serving as a substitute in our districts. These trainings are provided at no cost to the applicant.

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 Erin Maguire
51 Park Street
Essex Junction, Vermont 05452
Phone: (802)857-2018
Email: emaguire@ewsd.org