TN All Corps Tutor

We are hiring now for a summer tutors! If you enjoy helping youth learn, grow and development fundamental skills, we need your expertise as a tutor! You can make a tremendous difference in the life of a child/youth AND get paid to help tutor them. There are multiple locations near you!

PRIMARY FUNCTION: In support of Academic Success programs, for Club members, tutors wills be responsible for implementing small group tutoring (1:3 staff/member ratio for elementary members & 1:4 staff/member ratio for middle school members) in ELA and/or Math.

KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):

• Work with local school districts to serve at risk members who have not had or have limited opportunities to receive additional academic support services

• Lead high-dosage, low-ratio tutoring 2-5 days per week / 4-10 hours per week during the school year

• Use ongoing informational assessments to target instruction through the states and local school districts ELA and math platforms

• Ability to plan and provide supplemental academic instruction to members in a fun and creative manner, with an emphasis on helping close learning gaps

• Assist members in developing and strengthening study skills and organization techniques to promote academic success

• Works with local schools and teachers to align tutoring to support learning efforts that take place in the regular school day

• Maintains member folders to include tutoring plans, attendance, and grant reporting metrics, for the purposes of sharing info with Club leadership, parents, and teachers

• Serves as a mentor and academic coach for members to encourage a love of learning and build confidence

• Follows all standard BGCTNV policies and rules as it pertains to working in direct service to members.

• Participate in trainings and professional development opportunities tailored towards academic success and tutoring best practices

• May be required to perform other duties as assigned

INDIVIDUAL RESPONSIBILITY:

• Dependability proven ability to complete all tasks as assigned in an organized manner

• Ability to work with limited supervision

• Dedication to service demonstrated regular Attendance/Punctuality and an ability to learn and develop new skills

• Commitment and attitude that personifies a positive attitude at all times and the ability to multi-task

• Professionalism in appearance, ensuring that dress is professional and appropriate for function/situation based on organizational dress code policies

• Specific Individual measurable outcomes as determined by supervisor and grant requirements

Qualifications

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• Experience working with youth is a plus

• Knowledge of youth development and ability to build positive relationships with members

• Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems

• Ability to plan and implement quality tutoring for members

• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations

• Problem solving skills

• Have a flexible attitude and disposition.

• Accept, implement and grow from feedback

• Establish and maintain satisfactory, respectful working relationships within the Club environment

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be 18 years of age with a high school diploma

• Background in Education or youth programming, and strong love of literacy and/or math is a preferred

• Basic computer skills, including the ability to navigate online systems and email.

• Organized, responsible, flexible, motivated, and professional.

• Ability to work with diverse personalities.

• Ability to adapt to a sometimes challenging, high-pressure environment.

• Strong personal standards of excellence, ethics, and integrity.

• Must be able to remain alert and energetic for 4+ hours or more daily