Job Description

Lawrence Unified School District (KS)

DISTRICT WIDE

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Lawrence, Kansas

Job Details

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Job ID:

5446951

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Immediately

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AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) TUTOR

USD 497

Details

FTE:


Work As Needed


HOURS/DAY:


Work As Needed


DAYS PER YEAR:


Work As Needed


Qualifications:

1. Enrolled in a college or university

2. Excellent role model--motivated, organized, a successful student who believes that AVID students will succeed, too

3. Able to work in a supportive manner with secondary students

4. Academic background: liberal arts, science, and/or mathematics



Reports to:

AVID Coordinator/Teacher



Job Goal:

Be an active participant in the learning, growth, and personal development of students guiding them toward academic and personal excellence that will reach far beyond their high school years.



Performance and Responsibilities:

1. Conduct tutorial sessions that underscore the principle of collaborative learning and the practice of students teaching other students through discussion of class and text notes.

2. Determine from student tutorial worksheets, notes, and discussions the concepts that need to be the focus of tutorial sessions.

3. Work with students in any phase of the writing process, such as brainstorming, clustering, read arounds, revisions, and editing.

4. Allow students to shoulder the responsibility for their own active learning while guiding them with strategies that they will become accustomed to using independently.

5. Reinforce the idea that learning extends far beyond mere studying to form the basis for long term accomplishments.

6. Assist students in any subject area, by being familiar with students' textbooks and materials and AVID classroom resources.

7. Evaluate student binders, including calendars, class and textbook notes, and learning logs.

8. Assist in teaching study skills and other aspects of college preparation.

9. Take responsibility for the tone and atmosphere of the AVID classroom

10. Acknowledge the individuality of all AVID students and work to develop their academic and personal pride.

11. Assist the AVID coordinator as requested, such as contacting teachers regarding course outlines and assignment schedules, helping with field trips, contacting parents, etc.

12. Assist in developing a resource file of enrichment materials for use in tutorial sessions.

13. Communicate regularly with the AVID coordinator/teacher regarding student progress and areas of concern.

14. Set an example of personal excellence and high expectations for AVID students to follow.



Terms of Employment:

Non-contracted position.



Salary:

$21.00 per hour

Position Type:

Part-Time

Salary:

$21 to $21 Per Hour

Job Requirements

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