AVID Tutor * at Palo Alto Unified School District
Job Summary
Job Summary
JOB DESCRIPTION: AVID Assistants work under the direction of the classroom teacher to facilitate and coach small groups of students who are engaged in academic problem-solving. The tutors do not re-teach curriculum nor do they work as homework assistants. They are engaged with students as academic coaches to facilitate peer learning and instruction. Essential Functions: • Facilitate and coach small groups of students with academic curriculum • Engage in problem-solving with students, teach and model the use of skillful questioning • Defer to the classroom teacher for behavior management assistance • Take direction from classroom teacher on coaching strategies and methodology • Act as role models and mentors for students • Provide feedback regarding academics and participation each class period Qualifications: • Comfortable working with a diverse student population • Comfortable as an academic coach and under the direction of the classroom teacher • Enjoy working with middle and high school students • Able to commit to the mandatory 16 hours of paid training • Ability to build positive relationships around academics with students in grades 6-12 • Ability to motivate and encourage students to reach post-secondary educational goals • Must be currently enrolled in college or university (2 or 4 year institutions) • Training provided – No experience needed