MIGRANT EDUCATION PROGRAM TUTOR JOB DESCRIPTION

What is Mano en Mano / Hand in Hand?

Mano en Mano is a non-profit organization based in Milbridge, ME with a mission to work with farmworkers and immigrants to settle and thrive in Maine. Since 2010, we have partnered with the Maine MEP to offer services to migrant children, youth, and families in Washington County. Beginning in February 2017, this partnership extended to a statewide basis where Mano en Mano is responsible for service provision across Maine. 

What is the Maine Migrant Education Program (MEP)?

The Maine MEP works with migrant agricultural and fishing workers and their families to mitigate educational disruption resulting from their mobile lifestyles. The Maine MEP works throughout the state to identify and recruit migrant children for educational and support service programs. Migrant children may receive supplementary basic skills instruction, supportive health services, social service referrals and more through the Maine MEP.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: We seek candidates who are passionate about Mano en Mano's mission and the goals of the Maine MEP. All applicants should have a strong commitment to equity and social justice, with demonstrated understanding of cultural diversity and anti-bias. Applicants must also show enthusiasm for working with students, families, and community members. Experience working with migrant farmworkers or multilingual students, and a general awareness of poverty and its effects on education are preferred.

All MEP tutors are expected to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and integrity, and to work with their supervisor to proactively address any issues that are affecting students. Tutors are expected to be flexible and realize that scheduling will be determined based on the needs of the students and families that we work with. In addition, tutors are expected to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, to be discussed in orientation and training.

MANO EN MANO RACIAL EQUITY STATEMENT:

We commit to affirming and celebrating racial identities within our organization and in the communities we work with as a way to redistribute power and move towards collective liberation and self-determination. We do this as a way to dismantle the systemic racial injustice that oppresses so many. We build relationships with everyone in a way that empowers their voice, honors their values, and utilizes their strengths.

We commit to understand our role in this system. To achieve our mission we need to continually reexamine the power and privilege we hold as individuals and as an organization. We see this as an ongoing process that we aim to address at all levels of our work: personal, interpersonal, organizational, and systemic. We aim to uphold this belief in how we practice our values and should also be reflected in staff and board, and in our operations and governance.

BACKGROUND CHECKS: Tutors must currently hold or be able to obtain a MaineDepartment of Education Criminal History Record Check (CHRC) prior to starting work with Mano en Mano. If you already have a CHRC or license in Maine, you may indicate that on your application, but you do not need to submit a copy at this time. All credentials will be verified prior to starting employment directly through the Maine DOE. If you do not have a CHRC, you must obtain one prior to starting work with students.

LANGUAGE FLUENCY: English language fluency is required for all positions. In addition, we prefer additional proficiency in Creole, Mi'kmaq, Passamaquoddy, or Spanish languages.

ONLINE APPLICATIONS: We only accept applications submitted throughBreezy HR. Please no

phone calls, faxes, paper applications, or e-mailed applications. 

MIGRANT EDUCATION PROGRAM (MEP) TUTOR

Description: MEP tutors will provide services to students enrolled in the Maine MEP. Tutors will focus on providing instructional services, but may also provide other types of support services. Services will be related to students' educational goals, and tutors will work closely with the MEP staff member assigned as their supervisor, to connect with students and develop a plan for providing services. Services may include: one-on-one or small group educational support, language and literacy classes, and other supports to access available community resources. By developing meaningful relationships with the students they work with, MEP Tutors are able to contribute to students' educational growth and success.

Responsibilities include:

• Collaborating with MEP Regional Coordinators to connect with students and develop a plan for services, including a schedule of when and how often to meet with students.
• Providing instructional and/or support services that are related to students' educational goals and in accordance with MEP guidelines.
• Recording all services provided on a weekly basis, for review by MEP Staff Supervisor.
• Communicating regularly with MEP Staff Supervisor to discuss students' progress and determine next steps.

Ideal candidates for this position will demonstrate experience that reflects a commitment to equity and social justice in education and community-building. Tutors may connect with students during home or school visits or in community spaces, so a level of comfort working in a variety of different settings is essential.

Qualifications:

• Required Experience: Two or more years of relevant experience working with students  and planning and leading educational activities. Preference for applicants who demonstrate: experience working with multilingual students and an understanding of anti-bias practices.
• Required Education: High school diploma or equivalency, with relevant experience. Preference for applicants with Bachelor's degree or higher.
• Required Language: Must be fluent in English. Preference for applicants who are also fluent in Haitian Creole, Mi'kmaq, Passamaquoddy, and/or Spanish.

Schedule/Pay:

• 10 hours per week, or as needed. Services will be scheduled based on students' availability, typically including hours between 3:00-8:00 PM on weekdays and some weekends.
• $23.75-$25.75 per hour, based on language fluency and teaching experience.

Location:

• One (1) tutor to work with students in Motahkomikuk/Indian Township and Sipayik/Pleasant Point.
• One (1) tutor to work with students in the Milbridge/Machias area, with a preference for candidates who are fluent in Spanish.

Personal Vehicle:

• MEP Tutors must have a driver's license and reliable personal vehicle.

Start/End Date:

• October 10, 2022-June. 16, 2023
• Note: This is a temporary position.