Saugus Middle High School Academic Development Center Coordinator/Tutor

The ADC Program Coordinator/School Day Tutor is responsible for the overall organization, implementation, coordination and monitoring of the ADC at SMHS. The Coordinator/School Tutor ensures that the daytime and after-school tutoring services operate effectively, that students receive appropriate and timely academic support, and that program services align with school academic goals. The Coordinator/School-Day Tutor works collaboratively with school administrators, classroom teachers, counselors, the Academic Instructional Coach 6-12 and after-school tutors to identify students in need of intervention, coordinate services, student participation and progress, and evaluate program effectiveness. The Coordinator/School-Day Tutor provides targeted academic support to middle school and/or high school students through the Academic Development Center. The Coordinator/School-Day Tutor assists students in addressing immediate academic needs, completing coursework, strengthening foundational skills, and improving performances in their academic classes. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Program Administration and Oversight  Coordinate the daily operations of the Academic Development Center, including the middle school and high school daytime tutoring and after-school tutoring and study centers.  Develop and maintain program schedules, staffing assignments, student enrollment procedures, and referral processes.  Ensure consistent implementation of program expectations, procedures, and instructional practices across middle school and high school settings.  Communicate program goals, expectations, and procedures to staff, students, and families, as appropriate. Academic Instruction and Intervention  Provide individualized and small-group tutoring across assigned content areas, based on qualifications and student needs.  Assist students with completing assignments, organizing coursework, managing deadlines, and developing effective study habits.  Reinforce classroom instruction and reteach key concepts to address gaps in student understanding.  Help students prepare for quizzes, tests, projects, and other assessments.  Provide immediate academic assistance to students referred by teachers, guidance counselors, and school administrators. Student Access and Scheduling  Collaborate with classroom teachers and counselors to identify students at risk of course failure, credit loss, or continued academic difficulty.  Establish systems for scheduled tutoring, drop-in assistance, and referral-based participation.  Provide support to students through scheduled tutoring blocks and drop-in access, as assigned.  Prioritize students identified as at risk of failure and those requiring timely intervention to stabilize course grades.  Maintain a structured, supportive, and academically focused learning environment.  Encourage student independence, accountability, and productive use of instructional time. Collaboration with School Staff  Coordinate with classroom teachers to ensure tutoring aligns with current instruction, curriculum materials, assignments, and course expectations.  Communicate student needs, participation, and progress to the appropriate staff members.  Consult with counselors and the Academic Instructional Coach regarding students who demonstrate continued difficulty or require additional intervention.  Follow established school procedures for student referrals, attendance, supervision, and documentation. Progress Monitoring and Documentation  Maintain accurate records of student attendance, services provided, and areas of academic focus.  Monitor assignment completion and progress toward identified academic goals.  Provide feedback to teachers, counselors and the Academic Instructional Coach 6-12 to support instructional planning and intervention decisions.  Help identify recurring academic challenges that may require additional support. Qualifications  Current MA educator certification or relevant instructional qualifications preferred.  Experience in academic intervention, tutoring coordination, or student support preferred. Ability to coordinate and monitor program implementation.  Strong instructional, organizational, and interpersonal skills.  Demonstrated content knowledge and ability to support students at the middle/high school level.  Ability to differentiate instruction and work effectively with students with varying academic needs.