Homework Tutor

268 E Julian St, San Jose, CA 95112, USA Job Type Workspace On-Site About the Role A Homework Tutor serves as a positive role model and peer support for kindergarten, elementary, middle school and/or high school students. Homework Tutors may work as multi-subject or single-subject tutors in general group or small group settings or one-on-one. Specific subject support for elementary, middle and high school students may include mathematics, language arts, science and others. Requirements Responsibilities Provide general homework assistance and more intensive single/multi-subject tutoring as needed Work one on one with participants as needed Help participants to understand the activity Model how to do the activity Support participants during transition periods from one activity to the next Monitor participants during free time activities Promote and stimulate program participation Assist youth with goal setting and skills development Create an engaging environment that fosters a sense of belonging for young people Ensure student safety by assisting in set up, break down, and ongoing maintenance in an effort to keep the study or community site clean and orderly Identify student needs and communicate to Site Director and/or Lead tutor as appropriate Establish and maintain rapport with the participants, instructors, and parents Qualifications High school/college student or retired or working professional with with strong math and English skills Demonstrates a high degree of initiative, self-direction, and creativity. Demonstrates strong organizational and communication skills. Exhibits professionalism. Maintains excellent working relationships with staff, volunteers and public. Must be able to demonstrate ability to work with people from diverse racial/cultural/socioeconomic backgrounds. Candidate must be legally able to work in the united states Ideal Candidate Experience working with school age children Experience working as a tutor Time Commitment: Must be able to commit to Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:00pm-7:00pm for a minimum 3 month commitment Submit a resume and supporting documents Complete an online application Submit to and pass a background check(no cost) Submit Health Certificate with Negative TB Test (from a physician) Attend a 1 hour orientation Compensation This is a volunteer position About the Company B.O.O.K (Building Our Own Kids) Academy is a free community service provided through the Maranatha Outreach Center nonprofit in San Jose, California. The B.O.O.K. Academy afterschool program is a literacy, enrichment and STEM program that offers free literacy instruction and homework support, with other STEM and hands-on enrichment activities to encourage a student’s love of learning. We provide a positive, safe, and quiet atmosphere for students in grades K—12 to excel in their academic studies. #J-18808-Ljbffr bookacademy