Class Title: School Tutor

Basic Function:

Assist a certified teacher in providing instruction to individual or small groups, monitor and report student progress, collaborate with the regular classroom teacher to provide additional support in the content area specified.

Duties:

Tutor individual or small groups of students, reinforcing and implementing instruction as directed by the teacher.

Assist in overseeing students while in labs or other activities.

Administer and score a variety of tests according to established guidelines.

Confer as needed with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet student needs.

Participate in meetings and training programs as assigned.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

Basic Subjects taught in the District schools, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language, and reading.

Safe practices in classroom and playground activities.

Correct usage of English, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.

Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.

Basic record-keeping techniques.

Ability to:

Learn child guidance principles and practices.

Communicate and maintain effective relationships with students, parents, staff and the public including members of ethnic communities.

Perform routine clerical duties in support of classroom activities.

Print and write legibly.

Add, subtract, multiply, and divide quickly and accurately.

Understand and follow oral and written directions.

Learn procedures, functions and limitations of assigned duties.

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Learn to apply and explain policies and procedures related to school and program activities.

Work cooperatively with others.

Monitor, observe and report students behavior according to approved policies and procedures.

Operate instructional and office equipment.

Education and Experience:

This position will require education consistent with the requirements of a District Substitute Teacher. Candidate must have a minimum of 64 college hours, a Kentucky Teaching Certificate is preferred.

Tutor (Title I)