26 Instructional Tutor

It is essential that all employees of Pueblo School District 60 understand our mission is to provide a high-quality education that assures each student the knowledge skills and dispositions to lead a life of purpose and impact. Employees support the community and thrive in connecting with our students by embracing the core values of the district which state:

• We believe that the success of every student is our most important commitment.
• We believe that collaboration and engagement with our community parents staff and students are essential to our success.
• We believe that we must act with integrity celebrate diversity and promote equity.
• We believe that each individual must be treated with dignity and respect.
• We believe that the social and emotional well-being of our students is as important as their academic needs.
• We believe that it is our responsibility to provide a safe positive and supportive environment for our students and staff
• We believe that our community heritage traditions and history should inform our response to future student and district needs.

As we embrace these values and consider their impact we will achieve our vision of being a high performing school district that inspires community confidence. Each employee plays a part and that contribution should bring us closer to helping each student achieve their dreams.


Job Title: Instructional Tutor
Work Year: 158 days
Department: Learning Services
Reports To: School Principal
Salary Range: Salary range based on Misc Schedule B Non-Exempt Salary Schedule
Benefits: Fringe benefits based on Schedule B Benefits
Status: FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS:
The purpose of the Instructional Tutor is to enhance student achievement by assisting classroom teachers in the instructional process reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of students in a classroom environment and providing assistance to increase students understanding of a subject and develop basic skills and study skills.

QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. The physical demands work environment factors and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Highly Qualified status under ESSA**
  • Pass Work Keys or Praxis test or
  • 48 Semester Hours of College Coursework or
  • Associates Degree
• Employee must complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check and must be cleared by the Office of Human Resources
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing using proper grammar and vocabulary

** If selected for position and not yet qualified per requirements these must be met prior to starting position. **

PREFERRED:

• Previous experience working with Elementary Age Students in diverse populations
• Experience working with large and small groups of students
• Spanish speaking skills

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Ability to relate well with District staff and the public and to understand their requests and needs and to respond to such requests in a professional and timely manner
• Ability to make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures
• Ability to establish and maintain a professional/effective working relationship with building staff administrators parents students city/county officials and other community members
• Possess an excellent work attitude and the ability and willingness to take ownership/responsibility for project completion; demonstrated ability to provide initiative in reaching organizational goals
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in all aspects of assignments
• Ability to coordinate daily activities and schedule with moderate supervision
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable in a variety of situations
• Ability to remain calm under trying circumstances
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following statements of duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level or work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of all personnel within this position. This organization believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited to assigned responsibilities. Therefore this position description is designed to define primary duties qualifications and job scope but should not limit the incumbent nor the organization to the work identified. It is our expectation that every employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the Districts/departments goals. Actual duties responsibilities frequency and percentages may vary depending upon building assignments and other factors.

• Implement lessons to meet students instructional objectives under the direction of a classroom teacher
• Collaborate directly with coordinators interventionists classroom teachers and all stakeholders involved in developing student lessons
• Assist small group(s) and individuals with lessons practice exercises and monitor seat work for understanding
• Record student progress for the purpose of reporting to all stakeholders
• Maintain positive communication among students parents and school staff
• Monitor student progress in educational programs and relate findings to supervising teachers
• dapt modify and/or acquire instructional materials from the supervising teacher(s)
• Discipline students following district and/or individualized plans communicated by the supervising teacher
• Participate in staff development activities
• Work a flexible schedule as assigned
• Maintain the confidentiality of student records and information
• Maintain an appropriate professional appearance

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Perform any and all other duties as assigned by the School Administration

The physical demands work environment factors and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle or feel. The work requires the use of telephone and using fingers to operate computer keyboards. The employee is continually hearing and speaking to exchange information. The employee is required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop kneel crouch or crawl.

In an 8.5-hour workday this job requires:
R ï½ Rarely (Less than .5 hr per day) O ï½ Occasionally (.5 ï½ 2.5 hrs per day)
F ï½ Frequently (2.5 ï½ 5.5 hrs per day) C ï½ Continually (5.5 ï½ 8.5 hrs per day)
NA ï½ Not Applicable

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Employee will work primarily in a school/office environment with both natural and fluorescent lighting; fast-paced work; constant interruptions; at times works in classrooms and hallways surrounded by students and staff of various ages and abilities; Daily work schedules will vary depending on student and school needs.

Instructions for Applying:
All applicants interested in and qualified for the posted position must submit an online application. Applications that are incomplete and/or not submitted will not be forwarded to the hiring administrator for review. The following will need to be uploaded with the application: current cover letter for the posted position; current resume; copy of transcripts conferring required degree; three current letters of reference (one of which must be from your current supervisor) and any other materials requested on the application.

Please note: If hireda new hire packet will be emailed and must be completed prior to processing. Fingerprints will be required for all employees of Pueblo School District 60 prior to your processing date

Pueblo School District No. 60 does not discriminate on the basis of race creed color sex sexual orientation gender identity/expression marital status national origin religion ancestry age disability need for special education services genetic information pregnancy or childbirth status or other status protected by law in admission access to treatment or employment in its educational programs or activities. Additionally a lack of English language skills is not a barrier to admission or participation in activities. The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Executive Director of Student Support Services Andrew Burns Title IXCoordinator/Compliance Officer for complaints. This individual can be located at 315 West 11th Street Pueblo Colorado 81003 . Inquiries about Title IX can be directed to Pueblo School District No. 60s Title IX Coordinator/Compliance Officernamed herein; the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education at ; or both. Complaint procedures have been established for students parents employees and members of the public. (Policy AC AC-R-1AC-R-2 AC-E-1AC-E-2 AC-E-3).

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