Hourly Tutor

Apply Here: https://omaha.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5608760

Position Function: Title I Non-public Tutor will provide support to small groups of students in a non-public school(s). The small group tutoring sessions will be focused on math and reading content. The tutor will be working with students in grades Kindergarten through 8th grade or 9th - 12th grades. Omaha Public School Title I staff will determine the caseload and specific students that the tutor with work with in small groups. This position is funded through the use of federal funds from the U.S. Department Education that are given to State Education Agencies (SEA), of which then direct those funds to Local Education Agencies (LEA).  It provides funds for reading/language arts and math curriculum to students in impoverished areas who are at risk of failing to meet state standards. Title 1 funds are used to support eligible students attending private schools.

Essential Performance Duties:

• Tutor small groups of kindergarten through 8th grade students or 9th - 12th grade in math and reading
• Developing students’ cognitive capacity and respect for learning
• Positively fostering students’ self-esteem
• Working with and understanding a diverse student population
• Planning for and guiding the learning process to help students achieve program objectives
• Maintaining an atmosphere conducive to learning
• Implementing useful diagnostic and progress assessment measures
• Selecting and using effective instructional methods and learning materials
• Establishing a cooperative relationship with all assigned students
• Maintaining open lines of communication with parents/ guardians/ staff
• Engaging in professional growth activities through an ongoing program of job related knowledge and skill development
• Working collaboratively to achieve the overall purpose of the school’s program and support the District’s vision, aims and goals
• Integrating of the themes of leadership, technology, and communication with a diverse population