DUTIES:  Under supervision, collaborates with licensed school personnel and classroom teacher to support the District’s student achievement goals and student success. To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their academic achievement and development as knowledgeable, responsible individuals. Serve as a college role model for our students by inspiring college attendance and modeling habits of mind thereby fostering positive study habits and college motivation. AVID Tutors are trained in the use of AVID strategies to enhance academic performance of targeted middle school students and serve as role models and mentors. Job functions include evaluating student binders, calendars, class and textbook notes; work with small groups; conduct tutorial sessions using collaborative learning and the practice of students teaching students; work with students in any phase of the writing process and assist in teaching study skills and other aspects of college preparation.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Must be enrolled at a college or university with a minimum 2.5 GPA. Transcript verification required; previous AVID program participation or experience working with a school or community-based academic support program desirable; motivated and organized; responsible and reliable; comfortable working with a diverse student population; a desire to make a difference in the lives of students; knowledge of needs and behavior of students; correct English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation; familiar with Google Suite applications; ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions; provide positive support for students. Must be 18 years of age; possess tuberculin clearance and criminal justice fingerprint clearance.