Tutor

Tutor

The Wichita Falls ISD is currently seeking qualified tutors to assist classroom teachers with additional instruction to increase student achievement.

Qualifications:

Education and Certification Requirements:

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Some college coursework is preferred.
• Candidates may qualify as either:
  • Non-certified individuals who meet the minimum educational requirements, at a rate of $15/hour, or
  • Certified educators holding valid teaching credentials, at a rate of $30/hour.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of subjects assigned

General knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Maintain emotional control under stress

Ability to follow written instructions

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Work with classroom teacher and/or campus administration to address areas of weakness as identified from previous STAAR/EOC testing, benchmark classroom exams, and other formative and summative measures.

Use multiple approaches, differentiation, and if appropriate, accommodate modifications to increase student achievement.

Report student performance to classroom teacher

Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.

Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

Maintain a professional relationship with campus staff.

Be a positive role model for students.

Support mission of school district.

Possible Equipment Used:

Desktop computer, printer, calculator, copier, overhead projector

Working Conditions:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling, and pushing. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Applicants for all positions are considered without regard to race, color, sex, (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status. Additionally, the district does not discriminate against an applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminating employment practice.