Job Details
Job Location
Administrative Office - Knoxville, TN
Position Type
Part Time
Education Level
High School
Travel Percentage
Negligible
Job Shift
Day
Job Category
Education
Description
We are hiring now for a summer tutors! If you enjoy helping youth learn, grow and development fundamental skills, we need your expertise as a tutor! You can make a tremendous difference in the life of a child/youth AND get paid to help tutor them. There are multiple locations near you!
PRIMARY FUNCTION: In support of Academic Success programs, for Club members, tutors wills be responsible for implementing small group tutoring (1:3 staff/member ratio for elementary members & 1:4 staff/member ratio for middle school members) in ELA and/or Math.
KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):

• Work with local school districts to serve at risk members who have not had or have limited opportunities to receive additional academic support services
• Lead high-dosage, low-ratio tutoring 2-5 days per week / 4-10 hours per week during the school year
• Use ongoing informational assessments to target instruction through the states and local school districts ELA and math platforms
• Ability to plan and provide supplemental academic instruction to members in a fun and creative manner, with an emphasis on helping close learning gaps
• Assist members in developing and strengthening study skills and organization techniques to promote academic success
• Works with local schools and teachers to align tutoring to support learning efforts that take place in the regular school day
• Maintains member folders to include tutoring plans, attendance, and grant reporting metrics, for the purposes of sharing info with Club leadership, parents, and teachers
• Serves as a mentor and academic coach for members to encourage a love of learning and build confidence
• Follows all standard BGCTNV policies and rules as it pertains to working in direct service to members.
• Participate in trainings and professional development opportunities tailored towards academic success and tutoring best practices
• May be required to perform other duties as assigned

INDIVIDUAL RESPONSIBILITY:

• Dependability proven ability to complete all tasks as assigned in an organized manner
• Ability to work with limited supervision
• Dedication to service demonstrated regular Attendance/Punctuality and an ability to learn and develop new skills
• Commitment and attitude that personifies a positive attitude at all times and the ability to multi-task
• Professionalism in appearance, ensuring that dress is professional and appropriate for function/situation based on organizational dress code policies
• Specific Individual measurable outcomes as determined by supervisor and grant requirements

Qualifications
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• Experience working with youth is a plus
• Knowledge of youth development and ability to build positive relationships with members
• Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems
• Ability to plan and implement quality tutoring for members
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
• Problem solving skills
• Have a flexible attitude and disposition.
• Accept, implement and grow from feedback
• Establish and maintain satisfactory, respectful working relationships within the Club environment

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be 18 years of age with a high school diploma
• Background in Education or youth programming, and strong love of literacy and/or math is a preferred
• Basic computer skills, including the ability to navigate online systems and email.
• Organized, responsible, flexible, motivated, and professional.
• Ability to work with diverse personalities.
• Ability to adapt to a sometimes challenging, high-pressure environment.
• Strong personal standards of excellence, ethics, and integrity.
• Must be able to remain alert and energetic for 4 hours or more daily