Tutor Position/ Franklin Twp Elementary Schools Program ends June 2024
Site Information Locations: 7 elementary schools
Claremont Elementary School: 175 Claremont Rd, Franklin Park, NJ 08823
Conerly Road School: 35 Conerly Rd. Somerset NJ 08873
Elizabeth Avenue School: 363 Elizabeth Ave. Somerset, NJ 08873
Franklin Park School: 30 Eden St. Franklin Park, NJ 08823
Hillcrest School: 500 Franklin Blvd. Somerset, NJ 08873
MacAfee Road School: 53 MacAfee Rd. Somerset, NJ 08873
Pine Grove Manor School: 130 Highland Ave. Somerset, NJ 08873
Embedded school days tutoring program
Daily tutoring time from 8:50 am- 3:50 pm, Monday through Friday.
Work hours will not exceed 27 hours per week
BASIC FUNCTION The New Jersey Tutoring Corps Inc. provides high-dosage tutoring for K through Grade 8 students in math and literacy to close learning gaps. The New Jersey Tutoring Corps seeks to hire tutors to work with scholars in partnership with the district schools. Tutors will work with small groups of scholars, typically in groups of 1-5, in grades K-8 in building skills in math and literacy.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Engage with scholars in grades 3- 5 to build on existing mathematics and/or literacy skills,
Complete daily records on scholar progress and site needs using the tools provided.
Use data to drive instruction.
Communicate regularly with your site coordinator to provide optimum learning- experiences for scholars.
Participate in coaching from an instructional coach.
Use an asset-based approach in working with scholars.
Be responsive and work collaboratively with other tutors and site staff.
Complete all training.
QUALIFICATIONS Required Qualifications:
Experience working with young children, preferably in a learning and teaching capacity.
New Jersey Certification of Criminal History (fingerprint form)
Experience with Google suite functions including Google Sheets and Forms.
Professional skills include attention to detail, timely and proactive communication, and job preparedness.
Reliable transportation to travel to sites.
Employer Qualifications:
Tutor must be able to:
Arrive to work on time,
Prepare lessons digitally,
Take attendance digitally and sit with students for 4-8 hours a day,
Clearly communicate instructions to students in grades K through 8.
Genuine desire to work with young children in a teaching capacity, building on foundational skills and closing learning gaps using formative and summative data and strong teaching pedagogy.
Background Clearance- The final offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and employment authorization verification.
Employees must follow all local health and safety policies including any mask rules that must be followed while indoors, if applicable.
Application:
Please submit your resume via the online platform you are using to apply.
Before being hired, you will be asked to email your teaching certification (if applicable), one professional letter of reference, and your New Jersey Criminal Background Fingerprint Certificate to contact@njtutoringcorps.org.
If you have a New Jersey Criminal Background Fingerprint Certificate- you can use this link to access your certificate: https://homeroom6.doe.state.nj.us/chrs/app-emp-history
If you do not have a certificate, use this link to apply for one: https://nj.gov/education/crimhist/.
Applications will be considered until all positions are filled.
The final offer of employment is contingent upon the successful uploading of required documents, and completion of background and reference checks.
COMPANY: New Jersey Tutoring Corps Inc. DEPARTMENT: Field Staff – Tutors COMPENSATION: $30hr non-certified tutors/ $40hr certified tutors- Hrs. Vary; Semi-monthly Pay; Paid Training