2026-2027 Anticipated Homebound Tutors

A Homebound Tutor is a certified teacher who holds Elementary (K-6), any Secondary content (7-12) and/or Special Education certifications to provide tutoring to students confined to their home. Must have proper PA certification. 

REPORTS TO AND IS EVALUATED BY: Director of Education and Assessment and Building Principals

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Instruction for students on homebound in all subject areas.
2. Assignments and instruction developed for student learning and based on instructor’s certification and experience.
3. Providing up to 5 hours of Instruction per student assigned In their homes while they are on approved homebound Instruction approved by the District.
4. Assessing progress of goals and objectives through quarterly reports. This includes progress monitoring, record keeping, and reporting of progress.
5. Creating and maintaining a learning environment conducive to students learning.
6. Collaborating with the school teams to support the student with  acquiring skills and learning the material taught in the classroom. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Valid PA teaching certificate
2. Minimum 1 year teaching experience in the classroom 
3. Ability to travel to a student’s home or place of learning outside of school hours
4. Strong communication
5. Ability to work independently

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

1. Language Skills
1. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional literature, documents, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
2. Ability to write reports, formal correspondence, and other documents that conform to prescribed style and format.
3. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of students, supervisors, administrators, staff, and the general public.
4. Ability to effectively participate in continuing professional development based on assessment of needs.
5. Ability to respectfully and effectively respond to common inquiries, concerns, or complaints from any member of the educational community.
2. Mathematical Skills
1. Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts in the performance of routine assignments.
2. Ability to interpret data as required by the position.
3. Reasoning Ability
1. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
2. Ability to interpret technical instructions and regulations involving both abstract and concrete variables.
3. Ability to apply sound judgment to resolve conflicts and solve problems.
4. Other Skills and Abilities
1. Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in specific field.
2. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, administration, agencies, and the community.
3. Ability to transport between central office and various locations throughout the county and state as required by the position.
4. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
5. Ability to multitask.
6. Ability to meet deadlines with severe time constraints, interacting with staff and the public, and irregular or extended work hours.