Title I STEM / Reading Tutor

Teacher – STEM and Reading Tutor

Purpose Statement

The job of Teacher – STEM and Reading Tutor is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional process by serving as a teacher to coordinate and implement the district science and reading curriculum in collaboration with classroom teachers with the goal of improving K-5 student achievement and understanding.; developing lesson plans and delivering group an individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines; collaborating with other teachers, other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom issues; and responding to a wide range of inquiries from students` parents or guardians regarding instructional program and student progress.

This job reports to Building Principal.

Essential Functions

• Utilize best instructional practices, methods, materials and technology that have proved to increase student achievement in Science, with emphasis on Science inquiry-based methodologies.
• Cultivate and model a respectful, safe and rigorous Science classroom.
• Work collaboratively and communicate effectively with other teachers to strengthen students’ experience of the Science curriculum.
• Work with struggling learners utilizing a wide variety of academic and behavioral strategies.
• Administer developmental testing programs and/or subject specific assessments, etc. for assessing student competency levels and/or developing individual learning plans.
• Advise parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for communicating expectations; student`s achievements; developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.
• Assess student progress towards objectives, expectations, and/or goals for providing feedback to students, parents and administration.
• Collaborate with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents and a variety of community resources for improving the overall quality of student outcomes, achieving established classroom objectives in support of the school improvement plan.
• Counsel students for improving performance, health status, problem solving techniques and a variety of personal issues.
• Demonstrate methods required to perform classroom and/or subject specific assignments for providing an effective program that addressing individual student requirements.
• Direct assistant teachers, student teachers, instructional assistants, volunteers and/or student workers for providing an effective classroom program and addressing the needs of individual students.
• Facilitate student learning for achieving success in academic, interpersonal and daily living skills through a defined lesson plan.
• Manage student behavior for providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
• Modes conversation, manners, clean-up activities, listening skills, etc. for demonstrating appropriate social and interpersonal behavior.
• Monitor students in a variety of educational environments (e.g. classroom, playground, field trips, naptimes, etc.) for providing a safe and positive learning environment.
• Organize age appropriate indoor and outdoor activities for ensuring student participation in learning activities.
• Participate in a variety of meetings for conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
• Prepare a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for documenting student progress and meeting mandated requirements.
• Report incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment and adhering to Education Code and school policies.
• Respond to inquiries from a variety of sources (e.g. other teachers, parents, administrators, etc.) for resolving issues, providing information and/or direction.
• Respond to emergency situations for resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Support classroom teachers for assisting them in the implementation of established curriculum and/or individual student plans.

Other Functions

• Performs other related duties, as assigned, for ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include applying assessment instruments; operating standard office equipment including using

pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percent, and/or ratios; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the

functions of the job include appropriate codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; age appropriate activities; lesson plan requirements; stages of child development; and behavioral management strategies.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize specific, job-related

equipment. Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include establishing and maintaining constructive relationships; adapting to changing work priorities; maintaining confidentiality; exhibiting tact and patience; and working flexible hours.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; directing other persons within a small work unit; tracking budget expenditures. Utilization of resources from other work units is often required to perform the job`s functions. There is some opportunity to significantly impact the organization’s services.

Work Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job`s functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 40% sitting, 30% walking, and 30% standing.  The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and in a generally hazard free environment.

Experience: Job related experience is required.

Education: Bachelors degree in job-related area.

Equivalency: 

Required Testing                                             Certificates and Licenses

Designated Subject Matter Endorsement       KSDE Educators Credential

Continuing Educ. / Training                            Clearances

Maintains Certificates and/or Licenses          Criminal Background Clearance

FLSA Status                          BOE Approval Date                          Salary Grade

Exempt                                     May 4, 2021         

Notice of Nondiscrimination

Geary County USD #475 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and/or activities and provides equal access  to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. For questions or complaints based on race, color, national origin, sex or age, please contact the USD 475 Executive  Director of Personnel Services, 123 N. Eisenhower, Junction City, KS 66441. Telephone: 785.717.4000. For questions or complaints based on disability, please contact the USD 475 Executive Director of Special Education, 123 N. Eisenhower, Junction City, KS 66441. Telephone: 785.717.4000.

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