Position Type:
Special Education/Extended School Year (ESY)
Date Posted:
1/15/2024
Location:
Eden Hall Upper Elementary
Date Available:
07/08/2024
Closing Date:
03/31/2024
Position Title: Extended School Year (ESY) Certified Tutor
Department: Student Services & Special Education
Location: TBD based on parent and tutor agreement
Reports To: Assistant Director of Student Services & Special Education
Compensation: $34.00/hour
Schedule:
Dates: July 8, 2024-July 25, 2024 (Mondays-Thursdays)
Hours: TBD; varies based on student need; to be determined in collaboration with the student/family

POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for providing individualized instruction and remediation in specific subject/content areas to assigned students. Develop and deliver engaging lessons and assignments for students, as well as mechanisms for monitoring progress on an ongoing basis. Communicate with parents regarding student needs while also collecting data and coordinating with the Assistant Director of Student Services and Special Education and Special Education Department. Updates will be provided to the Special Education Department on an ongoing basis throughout the tutoring sessions and its conclusion with a final summary through an official progress report.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelors' or advanced degree from an accredited institution; successful completion of a student teaching experience.

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Valid Pennsylvania Instructional Level I or II certification in the assigned content area required.

CONFIDENTIALITY
Respects and maintains the confidentiality of student records, personal communication and family background at all times.

LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Foreign Language instructors should be able to demonstrate near-native fluency.

COMPUTER SKILLS
Ability to use and provide basic instruction in a PC or Macintosh environment, while assisting students.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES
Ability to work with special needs children. Ability to develop effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and school district policies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS the physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

During a typical workday, instructors are required to stand approximately 30-35% of the day on flat surfaces. Periods of continual standing can extend beyond 30 minutes at one time, but are at the teacher's discretion. Teachers may change position as desired. While standing, teachers write on the chalk/marker board or instruct students from a central location in the classroom. Standing is performed intermittently with sitting and walking. Teachers walk about the classroom while instructing and throughout the school day.

Lifting/carrying requirements are minimal. Teachers are required to lift books and classroom supplies weighing less than 10-15 lbs.; heavier objects weighing up to 25 lbs. (AV or computer equipment) on a rare basis. Carts are available to transport heavier items. Pushing/pulling - Teachers are required to push/pull file cabinets or desk drawers. Climbing/balancing - No significant amount of climbing or balancing is expected. Stooping, kneeling, bending at waist/knees - not significant; however, teachers may stoop or kneel (such as at a student's desk) while engaged in special projects. Reaching - Teachers may reach on frequent basis while performing typical job functions, primarily between the knee and shoulder levels.

Dexterity - Fine manipulation is a requirement of this position while operating a computer. Teachers must also demonstrate legible handwriting, which can be understood by students and adults. Specific vision abilities required include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff. The employee is directly responsible for the safety and well-being of students in their charge. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. The individuals currently holding this position perform additional duties and additional duties may be assigned.