Tutor / Reading Group Instructor
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Position: Tutor / Reading Group Instructor

Reports to: Director of Implementation

Hours: M-F (8 hours/day or 40 hours/week)

Job Status: Full-time, hourly

This is a 9-month hourly contractual position with benefits at a rate of $20 per hour. Must reside in the Detroit Metro Area.

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Success for All Foundation (SFAF) has a tutoring opportunity working onsite at an assigned elementary school in Detroit, MI. At SFAF, we believe that every child can learn. SFAF is a proven whole-school improvement approach that helps teachers help every child.

We are seeking full-time tutors who will be working with elementary school student. Tutors will work with small groups of up to 8 students using computer-guided programs called Tutoring with the Lightning Squad (TwLS) for students reading on grade levels 1-3 and Tutoring with ThemeReads for students reading on grade levels 4-8. Tutors will provide 30-minute sessions for up to 9 groups of students each day at schools in Detroit. Additionally, tutors will teach a 90-minute reading group of 12-25 students. This job runs concurrently with the school calendar from October 2024 through late June 2025 and will follow the school holiday schedule.

Successful candidates must:

reside in the Detroit Metro Area.

have a valid drivers license and your own vehicle.

have their own laptop and cellphone to communicate with the school and supervisor as well as complete weekly time sheets.

This is an ideal opportunity for new college graduates, retired teachers, current educators who are looking for a full-time job with benefits, or other highly motivated professionals who like working with elementary school students. The first consideration will be extended to elementary or early learning educators/paraprofessionals.

General Purpose of the Job:

Under general supervision, tutors teach the Success for All reading program onsite for 90-minutes to a reading group of 12-25 students daily. They also provide tutoring to elementary students with the assistance of online computer-based software programs called Tutoring with the Lightning Squad (TwLS) and Tutoring with ThemeReads. Tutors provide data and reports to their supervisor and school regarding school implementation and student outcomes.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Teach a 90-minute reading block using SFAs Reading Roots or Reading Wings curriculum.

Tutor students struggling with learning to read daily using the Tutoring with the Lightning Squad or Tutoring with ThemeReads programs for an assigned school and selected students.

Develop and maintain a strong, positive relationship with students from diverse backgrounds, as well as teachers and leaders at the school.

Collect required data for assigned reading class and tutoring groups to monitor students growth and motivate and engage students.

Work with supervisor to ensure the quality of implementation and ensure rapid student growth in reading.

Write reports on implementation as needed and report to supervisor with relevant data and information.

Participate in ongoing professional development throughout the academic year.

Assist in administrative duties related to assigned school and TwLS/ThemeReads.

Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and Foundation goals.

Adhere to all policies and protocols as outlined in SFAF Employee Policies and Procedures Manual and other departmental and Foundation-wide communications.

Act in a professional and collegial manner in all situations with clients and colleagues.

Interact in a safe and professional manner with staff, children, etc.

Perform other duties, as assigned.

Education & Experience:

Bachelors degree required; experience working with elementary/middle school children preferred.

The ideal candidate has a stable employment history, great work ethic, strong people skills, and has worked with students professionally or in a volunteer role.

All applicants must pass required criminal background checks, including fingerprinting and drug screening.

Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.

Technology:

• Ability to use Microsoft Word in the creation, editing, and review of documents including formatting text and tables, embedding graphics, and using tracking modes
• Ability to use Microsoft Excel in the creation, and use of spreadsheets including sorting and filtering data, using basic formulas, and creating graphs
• Ability to use Microsoft Outlook for sending and receiving email, maintaining a work calendar, and scheduling appointments
• Ability to use Google Workspace including Docs, and Sheets.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Exhibits proper time management skills

Exhibits excellent communication skills

• Ability to organize data and accurately understand and report data
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to interact with tutoring candidates, both adults and children
• Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks simultaneously
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and delegate assignments
• Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments
• Ability to analyze and solve problems
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment and participate in all team meetings and assignments
• Ability to be flexible and open to outcomes
• Ability to respond to Detroit Metro Area School and Success for All emails in a timely manner

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in a school environment.

Physical Effort:

Very limited physical effort required.

Environmental Conditions:

The work environment involves minimal exposure to physical risks, such as operating dangerous equipment or working with chemicals.

Featured Benefits:

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid Time Off

403(b)

To apply for this position: Please email your resume and cover letter to ...@successforall.org

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