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Literacy Tutor Afterschool Program Bishop Arts District - Dallas

Literacy Tutor Afterschool Program

Part Time • Bishop Arts District - Dallas
Strategic Focus Educational Services was founded in 2017 with one vision in mind; to provide High Quality Educational Support Services that will support partners build capacity to deploy teams of Quality Educators.
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The quality of education can differ from one youth the next. Often times quality of education and resources can differ based on the zip code in which a family lives. This has manifested a systemic inequality that can be a foundation of life-long of inequities. We strive to be purpose driven in our approach with youth. Every moment we are entrusted to serve can be a moment of impact, which can cause a trajectory shift in a youths life. 
 
Literacy Tutors will assist with providing students with appropriate learning activities and experience designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society. Literacy Tutors will be aligned to work with small groups (1 to 3 Ratio) of students at a time to improve their reading skills. Hours will depend on which programs and tutor’s preference.
 
Are you looking for an opportunity to make an IMPACT on the next generation? If so, we are looking for you to join our TEAM!!
Purpose Statement:
 
The major responsibility will be to conduct literacy sessions with small groups of students using pre-defined lesson plans that are fully scripted with small groups of 3rd - 6th Grade students. Lessons will vary.
 
ACADEMIC YEAR: Employment Date will be aligned to support the 2023 - 2024 School Year

SCHEDULE DAYS:  Monday - Friday

SCHEDULE HOURS:  2:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

AVERAGE HOURS PER WEEK: 20 Hours Per Week

Responsibilities:
 
Provide a safe, caring and enriching environment for groups of children participating in an in-school or afterschool program. Assist with supervision and engagement of students in youth development and activities.
Essential Job Duties:
 
  • As assigned, be responsible for assisting the Site Lead or other program personnel with the supervision, safety and grouping of children at all times, including arrival and departure procedures and taking attendance.
  • Keep a consistent headcount of all children present and immediately communicate any changes with all other staff.
  • Work with the Literacy Program Supervisor to facilitate established plan for appropriate activities during literacy programming
  • Conduct one-on-one or small group tutoring sessions with students using pre-defined curriculum
  • Submit group attendance to the Program Coordinator as designated by program policy
  • Communicate and interact with students in an age and developmentally appropriate way.
  • Assess student’s continual progress benchmarking beginning fluency and reading levels.
  • Communicate regularly and effectively with Summer Program Staff and TSS Program Manager
  • Identify pupil needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students resolve health, attitude, and learning problems.
  • Provide a variety of planned learning experiences using a variety of media and methods in order to motivate students and best utilize available time for instruction.
  • Keep accurate records of student information; compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required by the school and district.
  • Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position.
 
General Job Duties and Expectations:
 
  • Follow all rules, regulations, and policies as well as guidance and directives from leadership team.
  • Follow program attendance policy as assigned by the Site Lead. Comply with program Dress Code.
  • Perform other functions that may be assigned.
  • Attend and participate in professional development opportunities, specifically regarding creative learning.
  • Demonstrate commitment to implementing creative instructional strategies. 
Knowledge/Skill Requirements:

  • High school diploma required.
  • Be 18 years old and able to pass a criminal background check as a condition of employment
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, customer service and organizational skills with all constituents.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with many external partners including parents, students and program site staff.
  • Possess ability to work in a team in various environments with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to work effectively in a classroom instructional setting
  • Ability to operate in fast- paced, complex settings while maintaining a high degree of organization and efficiency required.
  • Strong personal standards of excellence, ethics, and integrity.
  • Energetic, results-oriented, student-focused style.
  • Exhibit passion for the importance of ensuring that all children learn to read.
  • Love working with students and able to build relationships with them quickly.
  • Possess ability to work in a team in various environments with minimal supervision.
 
Level Entry Position
Type: Part-Time, Temporary (Current School Year)
Compensation: $20.00 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.





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