K-12 Online Math Tutor I (Education)
JOB TITLE: K-12 Online Math Tutor I
REPORTS TO: WorldOver International Program Coordinator
CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt
SALARY RANGE: $18-$25 per hour
POSITION OVERVIEW
Online tutors provide individual or small group support and instruction in a virtual setting. Tutors communicate with learners verbally and visually, use a digital whiteboard, support foundational skills, assist with classwork and homework assignments, and share resources in a secure fashion.
A tutor works with learners and enables them to perform at a higher level academically. Additionally, a tutor can work with learners to improve test-taking skills, note-taking skills, and further elaborate on concepts learned in the classroom. They aim to assist learners and promote a deeper understanding of course materials.
Live online: the learner has a live connection with the tutor, for example, during a question and answer session. During live, online sessions, tutors may complete the following duties;
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Schedule tutoring sessions.
- Be prepared and on time. Coordinate with students to obtain concepts or specific course material they may need help with before the meeting.
- Have a reliable internet connection, a working camera/microphone, and maintain a Zoom environment free of distractions.
- Provide parents/guardians or teachers with feedback.
- If there is a behavior issue and you need support, engage WorldOver administration promptly.
- Be proactive in maintaining a consistent schedule, providing advance notice for cancellations, etc.
- Answer learners' questions related to the course content.
- Resolve technical or connectivity issues.
- Reply to learners' messages.
- Collaborate effectively with parents to increase student performance.
- Assess the progress of assigned learners to ensure effective processes.
- Use email, discussion forums, audio, and video conferencing to communicate with learners.
- Maintain required records
- Host tutoring sessions between 30-60 minutes each via Zoom
- Recognizes the relationship between social-emotional learning and academic performance and shows an ability to teach the “whole child.”
- Complete training to administer pre- and post-academic assessments and skills tests to new assigned learners, review and provide feedback to both the learner and parents as needed.
- Provide parent updates and progress reports
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Communicate with others to exchange information promptly, within 24 hours, if possible (by Telephone/Email/Zoom)
- Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
- Adjusting or moving objects up to 30 pounds in all directions.
- Ability to work in situations involving the need to make informed and quick decisions.
- Writing professionally both by hand and utilizing computer software.
- Dealing and navigating professionally through high-stress situations.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or Math teaching credential preferred, but a minimum of one year of tutoring experience would suffice.
- DOJ Live Scan Clearance required.
- Experience assessing the progress of assigned learners to ensure effective processes.
- Passion and excitement for the subject being taught.
- Education in teaching methodology, theory, and processes.
- Theoretical and practical understanding of the subject to be taught.
- Personal accountability and reliability when scheduling sessions with parents and learners.
- Patient, flexible, positive, consistent, dependable, and cooperative with a sense of humor.
*The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer
The Maker Learning Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering diversity within its staff.
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Revised 12/16/2024
