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AVID Tutor - High School - Elk Grove at Fortune School of Education

Application Deadline

2/28/2025 11:55 PM Pacific

Date Posted
2/14/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
2
Salary
Single Rate
$20.00 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
No Benefits Offered
Length of Work Year
2025-2026
Employment Type
Part Time

About the Employer

About the Employer Rex and Margaret Fortune School of Education is a comprehensive education system including, non-profit preschools, a network of tuition-free, public charter schools (TK-12th), and a school of education with a masters programs and educator preparations programs accredited by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. in Sacramento/San Bernardino County. We prepare students for college starting in preschool Transitional Kindergarten in San Bernardino and Sacramento Counties and are focused on closing the African American achievement gap. Our Mission To graduate high achieving students of good character prepared for college and citizenship in a democratic society. Our Vision To prepare teachers for service in public schools with competence and sensitivity that will enable them to develop students to their fullest potential. Our Approach At Fortune School our education philosophy is The Five Pillars--1) High Expectations, 2) Choice and Commitment, 3) More Time, 4) Focus on Results, 5) Citizenship. We follow this philosophy in all our academic programs in service to the wide range of people we serve from preschool to masters.

Job Summary

Job Summary

Tutors are essential to the success of the AVID Elective class (1:7 tutor to student ratio), where they facilitate students’ access to rigorous curriculum. As students from colleges and universities, tutors receive formal training and also serve as role models. AVID students who continue their education in college often return to AVID sites as tutors however this is not required to earn the position. Candidates must have worthy college experience and proficient skill sets in English and Mathematics.

Requirements / Qualifications

Please apply directly on the Fortune School of Education website!

Working Hours: Mondays and Wednesdays: 08:00AM - 11:30AM & Tuesdays and Thursdays: 09:45AM - 12:45PM / 12:00PM - 03:00PM Essential Duties: ** Understand and ensure adherence to the 10-Step AVID Tutorial process and tutor students in small groups as directed by the AVID teacher ** Become familiar with the textbooks and materials used by AVID students ** Determine from student notes and discussions the concepts that students are struggling with and should therefore be further explained and assist in teaching study skills and other aspects of college preparation ** Evaluate student binders, including calendars, class and text notes, book notes and other AVID based assignments ** Assist the AVID coordinator as requested, contacting teachers regarding course outlines and assignment schedules, helping with field trips, contacting parents, developing and preparing AVID instructional materials for tutorials, etc. ** Communicate frequently and honestly with the AVID teacher regarding student progress and areas of concern. ** Attend and participate required trainings and meetings ** Underscore the principle of collaborative learning and the practice of students teaching other students through discussion of class and text notes ** Allow students to shoulder the responsibility for their own active learning while guiding them with strategies that they will become accustomed to using independently Qualifications: ** Currently enrolled in or completed a degree or graduate program at an accredited college or university ** Must have a strong math and English language arts background ** Proof of current college enrollment status and minimum 2.5 GPA at an accredited college or university is required and will be requested at the start of each semester

Requirements / Qualifications

Please apply directly on the Fortune School of Education website!

Working Hours: Mondays and Wednesdays: 08:00AM - 11:30AM & Tuesdays and Thursdays: 09:45AM - 12:45PM / 12:00PM - 03:00PM Essential Duties: ** Understand and ensure adherence to the 10-Step AVID Tutorial process and tutor students in small groups as directed by the AVID teacher ** Become familiar with the textbooks and materials used by AVID students ** Determine from student notes and discussions the concepts that students are struggling with and should therefore be further explained and assist in teaching study skills and other aspects of college preparation ** Evaluate student binders, including calendars, class and text notes, book notes and other AVID based assignments ** Assist the AVID coordinator as requested, contacting teachers regarding course outlines and assignment schedules, helping with field trips, contacting parents, developing and preparing AVID instructional materials for tutorials, etc. ** Communicate frequently and honestly with the AVID teacher regarding student progress and areas of concern. ** Attend and participate required trainings and meetings ** Underscore the principle of collaborative learning and the practice of students teaching other students through discussion of class and text notes ** Allow students to shoulder the responsibility for their own active learning while guiding them with strategies that they will become accustomed to using independently Qualifications: ** Currently enrolled in or completed a degree or graduate program at an accredited college or university ** Must have a strong math and English language arts background ** Proof of current college enrollment status and minimum 2.5 GPA at an accredited college or university is required and will be requested at the start of each semester

Comments and Other Information

Fortune School of Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This position description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant.

Comments and Other Information


Fortune School of Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This position description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant.