After School Tutor

After School Program Tutor Job Description

Reports to : After-School Program Manager

Deadline : posted until filled

About REC :

Riverside Education Centers (REC) is a private, non-profit corporation 501(c)(3) that has been serving the community since 2006, providing structured tutoring and diverse enrichment activities in the after-school hours for academically and financially qualifying 1st-12th grade students in order to improve academic achievement and foster positive social and emotional development in a safe and supportive environment.

Job Summary :

The Program Site Staff position requires individuals interested in impacting the lives of students through academic, enrichment, and social and emotional support activities.

Each Site Staff will engage in one-on-one or small group tutoring sessions in the after-school hours and through enrichment activities both on and off site.

Physical demands associated with this position may include : sitting, standing, walking, alternative sitting or standing at will, lifting or carrying up to 25lbs, pushing / pulling, stooping, crouching, kneeling, crawling, and or climbing.

Responsibilities :

• Assist students during program time with homework and structured academic support.
• Assist with selection and preparation of academic support materials for students.
• Engage with students to mentor and develop a positive relationship.
• Supervise and engage with students during recess time.
• Arrange materials in rooms to meet the needs of the students, staff, and volunteers.
• Assist with set up of programming space prior to programming and cleaning up programming space at the end of each programming day following the vendor usage guidelines required by D51.
• Be an active participant in the Positive Behavior Support (PBS) policy.
• Participate in enrichment programming activities with students in a variety of capacities on campus and in the community.
• Attend REC program site weekly staff meetings.
• Complete training hours provided by REC.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

• Strong academic knowledge base
• Leadership skills a must
• Ability to interact with people of all ages and cultural backgrounds
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Strong ability to multitask
• Prefer an individual who has experience working with assisting youth overcome barriers
• True desire to impact the lives of children in our community
• Bilingual skills beneficial, but not mandatory

Programming Hours :

• 10-12 Hours a week
• Elementary Schools Tue-Thur 4 : 00-6 : 00 pm Fri 2 : 00-6 : 00 pm + occasional 3-4 additional hours / month (Saturdays or Mondays when kids are off school)
• Middle and High Schools : Mon-Thur 3 : 15-5 : 00 pm + occasional 6-8 additional hours / month (Saturdays or Mondays when kids are off school).

Position Details :

• Limited Part-time position during the school year. Follows the school year (two, 14-week semesters) and an optional three-week summer program
• $16-$18.00 / hr. (based on experience)
• $18-$20 / hr (Senior Level Tutor)
• Benefits : As a standalone job, only : Accrued HFWA Sick Leave (1hr Sick Leave / 30 worked, maximum 48 hrs per year.)

Riverside Education Centers is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

Job Type : Part-time

Pay : $16.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours : 10 12 per week

Benefits :

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan

Schedule :

After school

Experience :

Tutoring : 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute :

Grand Junction, CO (Required)

Ability to Relocate :

Grand Junction, CO : Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location : In person