For more than 126 years, Epworth Children's Home has grown and adapted to the individual needs of children and families by providing a safe and nurturing environment, evidence-based practices, and programs across the continuum of care and across the state of South Carolina.

THANK YOU FOR CONSIDERING THIS OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF STUDENTS AT EPWORTH CHILDREN'S HOME. THIS TUTORING POSITION, IN COLLABORATION WITH EPWORTH AND RICHLAND SCHOOL DISTRICT ONE, AND REQUIRES A COMMITMENT OF 5-10 HOURS PER WEEK, MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY, FROM 3:30 TO 6:00 PM, STARTING IN EARLY AUGUST 2024 AND CONTINUING THROUGH THE END OF MAY 2025. THE SCHEDULE ALIGNS WITH THE RICHLAND ONE SCHOOL CALENDAR, AND WORKDAYS ARE CONTINGENT UPON SCHOOL DAYS. WE LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING COMPASSIONATE INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE DEDICATED TO SUPPORTING OUR STUDENTS' ACADEMIC SUCCESS AND WELL-BEING.

JOB SUMMARY: Epworth Children's Home is seeking compassionate individuals to provide one-on-one and small group tutoring in English and math to middle and high school students. Tutors will employ effective instructional methods to enhance students' academic potential and support their public-school education, fostering a conducive learning environment. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills, ensuring a respectful and confidential relationship with students.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Teaching certification is not required, but teaching or tutoring experience is essential. Pay scale is determined by Richland School District One.

· Extensive experience working with children and adolescents (e.g., teacher, group residential counselor, church/youth involvement, camp counselor, etc.).

· Proficiency in providing instruction through explanation, demonstration, and supervised practice.

· A passion for student learning, with the ability to help them comprehend challenging skills and concepts.

· Proficiency in evaluating and documenting student progress, maintaining records, and developing weekly lesson plans.

· Ability to supervise and maintain order in various classrooms and instructional settings.

· Effective communication and collaboration skills with students and staff.

· Capacity for self-management and multitasking in independent or group settings.

· Demonstrated discretion and judgment in decision-making.

· Has a belief system and engages in faith practices that are compatible with those of the United Methodist Church.

· Successful completion of standard background checks, including drug screening, employment physical, SLED, DSS Central Registry, and Sex Offenders Registry.

The mission of Epworth Children's Home is to serve children, youth and families through caring, safe, Christian communities, where hurts are healed, hope is nurtured, and faith in God, self, and others is developed.