Elementary Tutor

Job Description

Job Description

At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential.  We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential. And it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across our country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential.

The Position
Tutors work closely with a team of teachers to support the academic growth and developmental needs of all students. This role is responsible for leading and managing a homeroom classroom while students engage in collaborative, age-appropriate centers, developmental play, and online learning aligned to individualized student data goals. Tutors also provide targeted small-group instruction and intervention support to help bridge learning gaps and reinforce key academic skills.

This position is well suited for individuals who aspire to become classroom teachers and are looking for a more supportive, steady on-ramp into leading a classroom environment. Tutors gain valuable experience in whole-group instruction, classroom leadership, student engagement, and academic intervention while working within a highly collaborative school setting.

Candidates should feel comfortable working in an active, consistently engaging classroom environment where multiple learning activities may take place simultaneously. Strong whole-group classroom management skills, the ability to maintain student engagement, and confidence directing students in both independent and collaborative learning are critical to success in this role.

Locations: 

Rocketship Dream Community Prep - 5450 Mt View Rd. Antioch, TN 37013

Rocketship Nashville Northeast - 2526 Dickerson Pike. Nashville, TN 37207

• Motivate students to participate in learning activities; create a positive student culture around centers, developmental play and small group tutoring; maintain high behavioral expectations for all students 

• Ensure that students have access to a joyful but productive learning environment by enforcing all campus safety rules and behavior expectations 

• Actively guide students in collaborative centers through observation and group discussion 

• Tutor small groups of students on literacy and/or math skills; use Rocketship-adopted curricula to deliver lessons which align to students' Individualized Learning Plans 

• Conduct monthly progress monitoring assessments of progress for students participating in intervention; communicate progress monitoring results to families and classroom teachers; work with grade level teams to interpret progress monitoring data and use it to make intervention decisions for students 

• Communicate and collaborate with the teachers at their grade level, and school administrators; participate actively in staff development opportunities as a member of the Rocketship team 

• Maintain all Learning Lab materials including centers, computer equipment and accessories

• Commitment to Rocketship's mission, vision, and goals 

• Passion for working with children; ability to motivate and support children in reaching high levels of academic success 

• Previous experience managing and/or teaching groups of elementary-age students is strongly preferred 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to engage and work closely with a wide range of staff members 

• Basic computer skills including troubleshooting and an ability to communicate about technical difficulties   

• Ability to efficiently interpret, manage, and utilize multiple sets of data in order to best support students' progress 

• Ability to learn laws, rules, practices and procedures related to public education and specific to Rocketship Education 

• Fluency in English 

• Flexibility and a willingness to learn 

• Interest in becoming a credentialed teacher is a plus, but not required. 

• Bachelor's Degree is a plus, but not required

Based on Education and Experience. Does not include pay during the Summer Break period ranging from May 22 - July 16. 

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and communicate with both adults and children. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally climb ladders. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high.

Compensation:

Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Rocketship Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Rocketship Public Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Rocketship Public Schools expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Rocketship Public Schools’ employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. Click here for our Sexual Harassment Policy.  For questions, concerns, or complaints, please contact Human Resources.