Part - time Title III Language Tutors

JOB TITLE: Part-Time Certified Language Tutor

REPORTS TO: Principal

WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Non-Exempt

PAY GRADE: $30 an hour

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The certified language tutor is responsible for implementing the district's Emergent Bilingual Program goals, policies and procedures in the subject area or grade level assigned; in accordance with the campus needs assessment, and campus improvement plan.

All employees of SISD are expected to act with integrity, support organizational goals, communicate in a clear and respectful manner, championing the needs of our students and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree from accredited university
• Valid Texas Teacher certificate as required by the State Board of Education Certification

Preferred:

• One year teaching experience required

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
• Bilingual Preferred

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Teaches in accordance with staff assignment and student PEIMS coding (Emergent Bilingual and ESL students)
• Displays effective teaching practices.
• Completes effective lesson plans with immediate and long range goals.
• Develops lessons appropriately.
• Uses time effectively,
• Chooses appropriate materials and activities.
• Presents subject matter clearly and interestingly
• Coordinates and plans with team members when appropriate.

• Administers the classroom to create an environment conducive to learning.
• Organizes the procedures for effective classroom management.
• Organizes the assigned area in an efficient, appealing manner.
• Provides flexibility for individual and group activities.
• Practices positive discipline techniques that help students gain self-control and responsibility for their action is.
• Maintains a positive, accepting attitude in working with Emergent Bilingual or ESL students.

• Cooperates with school personnel in providing for student welfare.
• Supervises behavior and safety of students in classes, between classes and during school-related activities on and off campus.
• Works with counselors, administrators, parents and other staff members to place Emergent Bilingual or ESL students in the most effective educational setting.
• Instruct students in school safety and emergency drill procedures.
• Participates in special activities and programs provided for students and parents.

• Initiates communications with parents.
• Inform parents about programs for students.

• Makes parents aware if problems arise.
• Keeps parents informed about student progress.

• Cooperates with appropriate program directors.
• Administers an appropriate record keeping system.
• Maintains accurate records for student evaluation and progress.
• Maintains accurate attendance records as required by building, District and state regulations.
• Maintains accurate records for all textbooks, materials, and funds provided by the District.
• Maintains records of parent contacts, conferences, disciplinary measures and referrals to other school personnel.
• Meets required record keeping format and timelines effectively.

• Exemplifies professionalism in behavior and performance.

• Cooperates with staff and administrators, sharing work willingly.
• Works with team leaders and principal to benefit from evaluation by using strengths and improving areas of needs.
• Exemplifies professionalism and creates a positive attitude toward the teaching profession.
• Promotes understanding of District programs and policies.
• Remains current in education and the specific areas of instruction though literature, workshops, conferences, professional organizations and college courses.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: physical mobility, frequent standing, stooping, bending some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling. May be required to move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desk and other classroom equipment. Mental demands: Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of situations; ability to interpret a variety of data; ability to interpret TEC and policy; ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory, ability to be effective in both oral and written communication; ability to maintain emotional control under stress.