ELA Tutor

Title: Middle School ELA Tutor Classification: Full Time Reports to: Building Principals FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Effective Date: 5/13/2026 Union Status: NSSA Summary The MS ELA Tutor will work with students at Newmarket Junior High School to strengthen their English Language Arts skills, build confidence, and support academic success. The tutor will provide targeted assistance in reading, writing, comprehension, and related ELA competencies based on student needs. Essential Functions (The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.) Provide targeted small-group Tier 2 academic interventions in reading and writing during the school’s established cross-grade intervention block and classroom settings, serving students across grades 6, 7, and 8 Deliver evidence-based instruction in reading comprehension, writing skills, and academic study strategies tailored to individual learning profiles Support skill transfer by coordinating intervention strategies with students’ core classroom instruction Maintain accurate, timely progress monitoring data for all assigned students using the school’s current data tools Contribute to data-driven decision-making at team meetings, using student performance data to inform instructional adjustments Maintain a positive and encouraging learning environment Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance tutoring skills Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress, intervention goals, and strategies for home support Maintain professional boundaries, code of ethics, and confidentiality Performs related work as needed Minimum Qualifications Associate’s Degree or NH Paraeducator License. Strong understanding of knowledge with the ability to clearly explain concepts. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Experience working with diverse student populations. Patience and the ability to motivate struggling learners. Proficiency in using educational technology and math-related software. Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in English, Education, or related field preferred. Familiarity with a range of evidence-based intervention programs. Experience working in school settings. Demonstrated commitment to a collaborative team approach. Knowledge, Ability, Skill Knowledge: Knowledge of best practices and principles associated with math instruction. Ability: Ability to listen, observe, and interact in a positive and effective manner with people at all levels of society. Ability to deal tactfully, patiently, and appropriately with students. Ability to provide direct instruction and analyze assessment results to determine specific areas of need. Skills: Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, and parents to create a supportive network for students. Communicate effectively with stakeholders regarding student progress and intervention strategies. Strong coordination/organizational skills. Supervision Received: Works under the direction of the Building Principal. Exercised: None. Responsibility: ELA Tutors work extensively with students to help them improve specific reading and writing skills. Job Environment Work is performed under typical small-group and one-on-one instructional conditions. Operates computer, printer, calculator, copier, facsimile machine, and other standard office equipment. Contacts are by phone, through correspondence, and in person; they generally consist of an information exchange dialogue, discussing student intervention plans and progress as assessed and observed. Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, and parents to create a supportive network for students. Communicate effectively with stakeholders regarding student progress and intervention strategies. Employee has access to confidential student information related to assignments. Physical Requirements (The physical demands described 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.) While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, communicate, or hear; occasionally required to walk, must be able to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Vision and hearing are at or corrected to normal ranges. This position requires the ability to operate a keyboard and a calculator efficiently. (This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and is subject to change by the employer, as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.) Equal Opportunity/Americans with Disabilities Act Employer

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