RISE Literacy works to boost learning for students entering first grade through third grade. Literacy Tutors will be aligned to work with small groups (5 - 6) of children at a time to improve their reading skills. Hours will depend on which programs and tutor’s preference.
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Purpose Statement:
The major responsibility will be to conduct literacy sessions with small groups of students using pre-defined lesson plans that are fully scripted with small groups of K–3 students. Lessons will include activities such as reading aloud to students, helping students learn vocabulary, conducting writing exercises with students, and doing literacy games with kids.
Responsibilities:
Provide a safe, caring and enriching environment for groups of children participating in an in-school or afterschool program. Assist with supervision and engagement of students in youth development and activities.
Essential Job Duties:
As assigned, be responsible for assisting the Site Lead or other program personnel with the supervision, safety and grouping of children at all times, including arrival and departure procedures and taking attendance.
Keep a consistent headcount of all children present and immediately communicate any changes with all other staff.
Work with the Literacy Program Supervisor to facilitate established plan for appropriate activities during literacy programming
Conduct one-on-one or small group tutoring sessions with students using pre-defined curriculum
Submit group attendance to the Program Coordinator as designated by program policy
Communicate and interact with students in an age and developmentally appropriate way.
Assess student’s continual progress benchmarking beginning fluency and reading levels.
Communicate regularly and effectively with Summer Program Staff and TSS Program Manager
General Job Duties and Expectations:
Follow all rules, regulations, and policies as well as guidance and directives from leadership team.
Follow program attendance policy as assigned by the Site Lead. Comply with program Dress Code.
Perform other functions that may be assigned.
Attend and participate in professional development opportunities, specifically regarding creative learning.
Demonstrate commitment to implementing creative instructional strategies.
Knowledge/Skill Requirements:
High school diploma required.
Be 18 years old and able to pass a criminal background check as a condition of employment
Excellent communication, interpersonal, customer service and organizational skills with all constituents.
Ability to work collaboratively with many external partners including parents, students and program site staff.
Possess ability to work in a team in various environments with minimal supervision.
Ability to work effectively in a classroom instructional setting
Ability to operate in fast- paced, complex settings while maintaining a high degree of organization and efficiency required.
Strong personal standards of excellence, ethics, and integrity.
Energetic, results-oriented, student-focused style.
Exhibit passion for the importance of ensuring that all children learn to read.
Love working with students and able to build relationships with them quickly.
Possess ability to work in a team in various environments with minimal supervision.
Required Qualifications/Skills: Education: College coursework in recreation, child development, or a related field is preferred
Level Entry Position
Type: Part-Time, Temporary (Current School Year)
Education Level: High School
Job Shift Afternoon: 2:00-6:00pm
NOTE: This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The CEO and/or designee has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.