SUMMARY:
The Part-time Afterschool Teacher provides content-specific tutoring to middle and high school students enrolled in the EnCompass Future Ready Program. The staff members in this role promote academic achievement and social-emotional skill development through the utilization of multiple teaching methods, student engagement techniques; and a positive/productive classroom environment.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage individual and/or small group tutoring sessions in area of expertise.
- Assist students with homework assignments, test preparation, and individual academic needs.
- Work with students to help them understand and/or review key concepts, especially those learned in their classes.
- Provide students with strategies applicable to content area that enable them to perform at high levels.
- Help students develop study skills and organization techniques to improve their academic performance.
- Create educational materials to support understanding and application of subject matter.
- Provide positive and constructive feedback to encourage learning and promote progress.
- Plan creative lessons aligned to the NYS Scope and Sequence to engage and educate students.
- Promote high standards for academic success and behavior and continually encourage students to meet them.
- Develop rapport with students and establish a welcoming, encouraging, and enriching learning environment.
- Analyze and utilize student performance records (e.g., IEPs, 504 plans, progress reports, report cards, etc.) to inform and differentiate instruction.
- Maintain a quiet, orderly, and safe workspace for students within the tutoring rooms.
- Develop and participate in student enrichment activities.
- Complete all attendance and data requirements.
- Collaborate with Youth Navigators and College Readiness Coordinator to develop, implement and monitor individualized student academic plans.
- Communicate student progress with families as needed.
- Maximize student attendance and participation rates through positive relationships, effective communication methods, and incentives for students and families.
- Additional responsibilities as needed
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Educational background and experience related to content area
- Unyielding commitment to students and the EnCompass mission
- Excellent judgment and student-centered mindset
- Effective communication skills, particularly as they relate to the development of trusting relationships with students and families
- Ability to collaborate with others from diverse backgrounds
- High standards of professionalism in all aspects of performance
- Flexibility and creativity when addressing students’ academic needs
- Familiarity with current research in social-emotional learning and educational practices
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Smartboard technology, and online platforms such as Zoom
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum – Associate degree, Teaching Assistant Certification, or progress towards bachelor’s degree in content area
- Preferred – Experience working with youth in an educational setting
