Job Summary:

The Tutor will provide non-classroom academic instruction to individuals and small groups to prepare, advance, or remediate students in specific academic areas.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Consults with students, teachers, parents, counselors, and school administration to identify academic needs and to develop individualized tutoring plans for clients.
• Administers and scores assessments to fully understand students achievement levels, areas for improvement, learning styles, and other academic tendencies.
• Reviews class assignments, content, or standards; discusses content with student; and re-teaches when needed.
• Assists students with homework; creates extra practice or training materials and aids as needed.
• Teaches and mentors students, continually guiding them toward comprehension of the assigned subjects or lessons.
• Teaches and models studying, note-taking, and test-taking skills and strategies with students.
• Researches and recommends supplemental textbooks, computer games or apps, equipment, or other learning materials to further enrich students academic success.
• Assesses students progress and achievement throughout tutoring sessions.
• Provides a clean, organized, and learning-conducive tutoring environment to ensure that students are encouraged to be productive, focused, and engaged in learning.
• Maintains detailed records that include assessment results, progress, school performance, and feedback; provides ongoing communication and feedback on the students progress to all appropriate parties.
• Maintains confidentiality of all records and conversations regarding students academic accomplishments and struggles.
• Maintains current knowledge of developments, techniques, and best practices in tutoring through active participation in training and development sessions or workshops.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a proven ability to communicate effectively and professionally with students, parents, and educators.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Thorough understanding of multiple, effective methods of instruction.
• Thorough understanding and knowledge of subjects and skills being taught.
• Ability to encourage, positively reinforce, and provide constructive feedback to students to build confidence.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Education, the subject-matter being tutored, or related field required.
• At least three years of work-related experience required.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.