Job Title: AVID Tutor (Stipend)

Reports to: Campus Principal, AVID Coordinator, Teacher

Dept.: As Assigned

Exemption Status: Exempt/Professional

Primary Purpose:

Under the general supervision of the principal and AVID coordinator.  AVID tutors assist identified students in academic subjects in order to develop habits of mind and higher standards of academic achievement.  AVID tutors are distinguished from other tutors and instructional aides/assistants in that AVID tutors are trained in the uses of AVID strategies to enhance academic performance and serve as mentors.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• 48 or more college credit hours, or have completed a bachelor’s degree, preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Represent balanced academic background.
• Work in a supportive manner with secondary students.
• Advocate of students while reporting to the teacher.
• Meet regularly to discuss student progress; confer with the teacher about future tutorial plans.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Conduct tutorial sessions that allow collaborative learning and the practice of students teaching other students through discussion of class and text notes.
• Determine from student tutorial worksheets, notes, and discussions the concepts that need to be the focus of tutorial sessions.
• Work with students in any phase of the writing process, such as brainstorming, clustering, read arounds, revision, and editing.
• Allow students to shoulder the responsibility for their own active learning while guiding them with strategies that they will become accustomed to using independently.
• Reinforce the idea that learning extends far beyond mere studying, learning is the basis for long term accomplishments.
• Assist students in any subject area, by being familiar with students’ textbooks and materials and AVID classroom resources.
• Evaluate student binders, including calendars, class and textbook notes, and learning logs. Assist in teaching study skills and other aspects of college preparation.
• Take responsibility for the tone and atmosphere of the AVID classroom.
• Acknowledge the individuality of all AVID students and work to develop their academic and personal pride.
• Assist the AVID coordinator as requested, such as contacting teachers regarding course outlines and assignment schedules, helping with field trips, contacting parents, etc.
• Assist in developing a resource file of enrichment materials for use in tutorial sessions.
• Communicate regularly with the AVID coordinator/teacher regarding student progress and areas of concern.
• Set an example of personal excellence and high expectations for AVID students to follow.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This job description describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Little Elm ISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Additionally, the District does not discriminate against an employee or applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminatory employment practice. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant’s job qualifications, experience, and abilities.

El Distrito Escolar Independiente de Little Elm no discrimina a ningún empleado o candidato a empleo por razón de raza, color, religión, sexo, nacionalidad, edad, incapacidad, estatus militar, información genética o de cualquier otra razón prohibida por ley. Además,  el distrito escolar no discrimina a ningún empleado o candidato a empleo que actúe oponiéndose a ese tipo de discriminaciones o que participe en la investigación de una queja relacionada co n alguna práctica discriminatoria en la contratación. La toma de decisiones respecto a una contratación se hará en función de las calificaciones, experiencia y habilidades del candidato.