Tutor

ESL Tutor

The ESL Tutor supports the school's mission by preparing adult immigrant students to realize their dreams while strengthening our community and economy. This role provides excellent in-person and virtual instruction tailored to students' diverse educational backgrounds, learning styles, and English language proficiency levels. The ESL Tutor works with students individually and in small groups to support goals in listening, speaking, reading, and writing English while implementing targeted academic interventions and maintaining accurate student records and progress data.

Core Workstreams And Responsibilities:

Student Academic Support And Intervention

• Implement Tier 2 interventions to support students in meeting academic
• Work individually and in small groups with students to strengthen English language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
• Establish individualized goals and develop tutoring plans that meet each student's unique needs.
• Utilize student-centered instructional strategies and differentiated support methods.
• Adapt instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, academic abilities, and educational backgrounds.

Instruction And Learning Design

• Prepare engaging lessons and instructional materials tailored to individual student needs.
• Create supplemental materials and learning activities using course syllabi and Schoology resources as guides.
• Select and utilize instructional resources that support language acquisition and academic achievement.
• Support instruction in both virtual and in-person learning environments.

Assessment And Student Progress Monitoring

• Assess and document student progress throughout tutoring sessions.
• Maintain accurate records of goals, intervention strategies, attendance, and progress notes.
• Track baseline, mid-semester, and end-of-semester assessment data.
• Monitor student outcomes and adjust interventions as needed to support achievement.

Student Information Systems And Administration

• Maintain updated student goals, actions, interventions, progress records, and schedules within the Student Information System (SIS).
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation of services provided and student outcomes.
• Assist teachers during testing periods, semester transitions, and when assigned students are absent.

Collaboration And Student Services

• Communicate regularly and effectively with teachers and paraeducators regarding student progress and support strategies.
• Participate in weekly Specialized Student Services meetings.
• Collaborate with staff and instructional teams to support student success and retention.
• Substitute for teachers when necessary, using approved emergency substitute plans.

Professional Development & Continuous Improvement

• Participate in tutor training and professional development opportunities.
• Demonstrate commitment to continuous learning, initiative, and professional growth.
• Model CRIPCS core values in interactions with students, colleagues, and community partners.

Other Duties As Assigned

What You'll Bring:

• Adult Education Expertise: Knowledge of adult education principles and best practices, with experience supporting adult learners preferred.
• ESL Instruction & Literacy Support: Understanding of English language acquisition and academic interventions, particularly in literacy and reading development.
• Student-Centered Instruction: Ability to design and implement individualized learning plans that support diverse learners and varied academic needs.
• Collaboration & Communication: Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Technology Proficiency: Experience using Zoom, Remind, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite, and other online learning tools.
• Organization & Documentation: Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage student data, documentation, schedules, and deadlines.
• Commitment To Equity & Inclusion: Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural, linguistic, and educational backgrounds.

Education, Certification, And Other Experiences

• Associate Degree in Education or a related field required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in ESL and Adult Education preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of academic interventions, particularly literacy and reading support.
• Bilingual (Spanish or Amharic) required for some positions; bilingual proficiency in any language highly preferred for other positions.
• Fluency in spoken and written English required.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, and move throughout classrooms and learning environments for extended periods.
• Ability to use computers and instructional technology regularly.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person and virtually.
• Ability to work with diverse student populations in educational settings.
• Ability to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Details Of Role:

• FLSA Classification: EXEMPT
• Reports To: ACADEMIC DIRECTOR OF SPECIALIZED STUDENT SERVICES
• Type Of Role: 10 Month
• Manages: N/A

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Carlos Rosario International Public Charter School is an equal opportunity employer, and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, termination, compensation and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. In accordance with federal and DC laws, Carlos Rosario School does not discriminate with regard to employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sex, age marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, family responsibilities, political affiliation, disability, matriculation, veteran status, or other protected status under applicable law.