English Learner (EL) Tutor

ESOL Tutor

Communicate with district ESOL Coordinator for lessons and on student progress

As directed by the ESOL Coordinator, communicate with classroom teachers to share student progress and to determine areas of student improvement

As directed by the ESOL Coordinator, implement English Language Development instruction with ELs

As determined by the ESOL Coordinator in collaboration with classroom teachers, assist ELs with coursework, assignments, and exam preparation

Instruction and support: Provide targeted academic support in areas like reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, and conversational fluency.

Assessment and planning: Assess students' language proficiency and learning goals to develop and implement lessons based on established curriculum guidelines.

Record keeping: Maintain accurate records of student performance and progress.

Job Qualifications:

The EL Tutor position requires that the employee has at a minimum:

Completed two years of study at an institution of higher education In Arkansas, 60 semester credit hours at a regionally accredited institution of higher education -or-

Obtained an associate's (or higher) degree -or-

Met a rigorous standard of quality and be able to demonstrate, through a formal State or local academic assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing, and mathematics (or, as appropriate, reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness).

In Arkansas, the formal test accepted is the Educational Testing Services (ETS) Parapro Assessment.

Applicants must obtain a passing score of 457.

Language and communication: Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Cultural competence: The ability to understand and respect cultural differences and build rapport with a diverse student population.

Technical skills: Proficiency in using technology when applicable.

Other: Patience, adaptability, commitment to student success, and willingness to abide by all Wynne School District, State, and Federal laws and regulations