Job Description
Join our dynamic team as an Academic Tutor and Mentor, where your passion for education can make a profound impact on students' lives. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work in public schools, providing personalized and small group support in vital subjects like literacy and math. Become a trusted mentor, inspire students, and collaborate with dedicated teachers to enhance classroom learning while facilitating enrichment activities that support the overall school environment. We are committed to fostering a culture of equity, and you will engage in meaningful professional development to further enhance your skills.
Responsibilities
• Provide individualized and small-group tutoring in core subjects, focusing on literacy and math.
• Assist teachers by reinforcing lessons and managing small group activities in the classroom.
• Monitor and report on student progress and engagement to ensure academic success.
• Establish mentoring relationships that nurture students' social-emotional development.
• Collaborate with school staff and fellow City Year team members to create effective student support plans.
• Facilitate after-school and extended learning enrichment activities.
• Promote a positive and inclusive school climate that aligns with City Year's core values.
• Engage in ongoing training, coaching, and professional development through City Year.
Required Skills
• Experience in academic tutoring, particularly in literacy and math.
• Capability to support classroom activities and facilitate small groups effectively.
• Ability to track student progress and maintain basic data analytics.
• Strong skills in youth mentoring and relationship building.
• Knowledge of behavior management and de-escalation techniques.
• Supportive of lesson reinforcement and instructional assistance.
• Effective communication skills with students, teachers, and families.
• Commitment to cultural competency and equity-focused practices.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Basic computer proficiency, including email, documents, and spreadsheets.