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Summer School Spanish Tutor (Oxnard) at Options For Youth - Ventura County

Application Deadline

6/15/2018 11:55 PM Pacific

Date Posted
4/24/2018
Contact
Number of Openings
5

Add'l Salary Info

$14.00/hour
Length of Work Year
2018
Employment Type
Part Time
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Are you looking for a great position that allows you to make a difference in a teenager’s life? Are you looking for a rewarding summer position working in a great environment? Well look no further! Options for Youth is actively seeking Summer Spanish Tutors at all of our locations. The ideal candidate will genuinely want to make a difference in the lives of our students and be able to provide an energetic classroom experience. Please click the "apply here" link to complete the online application (10-15 minutes) today.


Job Summary

The primary responsibility of the Summer Spanish Tutor is to assist teachers in teaching the necessary concepts to students within the designated Spanish units. Provides direct non-certificated instructional support 100% of the time.


Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Assist Students in excelling in their Spanish Course

  • Provide individual/small group tutoring sessions.

  • Use curriculum provided to allow students to develop grammar, vocabulary, oral and auditory skills and assist with homework to include clarifying concepts.

  • Provide constructive feedback to students

  • Reinforce class taught concepts as it relates to the Spanish language and culture

  • Increase students’ knowledge and comfort with Spanish.


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

  • Proficient in Spanish.

  • Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with teachers, co-workers, and business contacts in a courteous and professional manner.

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

  • Ability to work independently and efficiently, exercising reasonable judgment, in a fast-paced, multi-task environment with minimal supervision

  • Access to daily reliable transportation

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

  • Proficient computer knowledge and previous experience with Microsoft software

  • Ability to share life experiences with students in relation to the class content

  • Ability to engage, motivate, support and encourage at-risk students coming from a variety of educational, socio-economic and cultural backgrounds

  • Provide an energetic classroom experience and tutoring

  • Ability to provide an example of strong self-esteem, confidence and leadership


Qualifications and Skills:

  • Minimum High School diploma or equivalent

  • Translation certificate (such as ATA) or successful completion of college-level translation course(s) preferred.

 

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