What are the responsibilities and job description for the TUTOR/TEACHER ASSISTANT position at UHS?
The Tutor/Teacher Assistant provides academic, technological, and classroom support to adolescent patients participating in educational programming while receiving behavioral health treatment. The position monitors student participation in virtual and independent learning activities, assists with assignments and coursework, supports student engagement, and helps maintain a structured, safe, and therapeutic learning environment. The Tutor/Teacher Assistant serves as a liaison between students, virtual education providers, school personnel, and facility staff to promote academic continuity and successful educational outcomes. This position requires the application of knowledge and skills commonly acquired through studies in education, psychology, social work, human services, child development, behavioral science, counseling, special education, or related fields.
Education
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work, Human Services, Child Development, Behavioral Science, Counseling, Special Education, or a related field.
- Associate degree and relevant experience working with adolescents in a behavioral health, psychiatric, educational, residential treatment, or related setting may be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree.
Experience
- One (1) to three (3) years of experience working with adolescents in a behavioral health, psychiatric, educational, residential treatment, social services, or related environment required.
Experience facilitating groups, supporting educational activities, managing patient behaviors, and working within a multidisciplinary treatment team preferred.
Qualifications
Student Supervision & Classroom Support
- Supervise adolescent patients during educational programming, virtual learning, and independent study activities.
- Maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic learning environment.
- Monitor student attendance, participation, engagement, and behavior.
- Utilize approved behavior management and de-escalation techniques and report concerns in accordance with facility policies.
Academic Support
- Assist students with assignments, coursework, study skills, organization, and time management.
- Reinforce academic concepts and support completion of schoolwork assigned by district or virtual education providers.
- Provide individual and small-group academic assistance as needed.
- Encourage academic achievement and positive student engagement while maintaining professional boundaries.
Technology & Virtual Learning Support
- Assist students in accessing and utilizing virtual learning platforms and educational technology.
- Troubleshoot basic technology issues, including Chromebooks, computers, software applications, and internet connectivity.
- Coordinate with technical support resources as needed.
- Ensure students have access to required educational materials and technology resources.
Educational Coordination
- Serve as a liaison between students, school personnel, virtual education providers, parents/guardians (as appropriate), and facility staff.
- Communicate educational progress, participation, concerns, and support needs to appropriate stakeholders.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary treatment team members to support educational continuity during treatment.
Documentation & Administrative Duties
- Maintain accurate attendance records, participation logs, and required documentation.
- Assist with educational records management and reporting requirements.
- Participate in staff meetings, mandatory training, and departmental initiatives.
- Perform other duties as assigned.