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Long Beach, California, United States
Onsite
Are you seeking an opportunity to impact students’ lives positively? Do you believe that every student should have the opportunity for success? If so, Options For Youth (OFY) is the place for you! OFY is looking for individuals who are outgoing, energetic, authentic, motivated, and inspiring.
Who We Are:
Options for Youth (OFY) is a network of free, non-profit public charter schools offering students a flexible, personalized approach to learning. OFY saw the potential that struggling students couldn’t see in themselves. For over 35 years, OFY has helped more than 135,000 students find their passion and pursue their dreams. OFY believes in fostering the student’s vision; inspiring students inspires us. We believe the student-teacher relationship is critical to the development of a young person’s social, emotional, and academic well-being. If you believe this too, then you are the educator that we’re looking for.
We are devoted to creating a team of diverse people and encourage anyone passionate about education and excited about what we do to connect with us! To learn more about our schools, visit us at www.ofy.org.
Pay Range:
$21.10 - $26.29 - Hourly – Depending on ExperienceJob is:
The Tutor position is responsible for assisting in teaching the necessary concepts to students within the designated subject matter. This position provides direct, non-certificated instructional support 100% of the time.
Essential Functions include, but are not limited to the following:*
Posts and markets tutoring availability along with a consistent schedule as arranged by your supervisor.
Creates tracking system which indicates student appointment times, progress, and areas of improvement.
Communicates with teachers regarding student conduct and performance status.
Contact students with missed appointments and follows- up with them on their progress.
Monitors student performance within the areas of class work, attendance and discipline as needed.
Provides support to teachers as needed.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
Proficient knowledge of designated subjects.
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with teachers, co-workers, and business contacts in a courteous and professional manner
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work as a team player with colleagues and administrators
Ability to work independently and efficiently, exercising reasonable judgment, in a fast-paced, multi-task environment with minimal supervision
Access to daily reliable transportation
Ability to organize a variety of tasks locally and in different geographic areas
Ability to handle daily classroom instruction
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:
Proficient computer knowledge and previous experience with Microsoft software
Ability to share life experiences with students in relation to the class content
Ability to engage, motivate, support and encourage at-risk students coming from a variety of educational, socio-economic and cultural backgrounds
Provide an energetic classroom experience and tutoring
Ability to provide an example of strong self-esteem, confidence and leadership
Education and Experience:
Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
