Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Be available for up to 8 hours per week, generally Monday through Thursday between the hours of 3:30-7 pm to provide tutoring services at assigned residential facility
- Use specified evidence-based small group and/or individual instruction to improve educational services for children and youth in local, tribal, and State institutions who are neglected, or delinquent students across subject areas and assessment preparation;
- Provide youth with well-rounded learning experiences including, but not limited to exploration opportunities;
- Build meaningful relationships with youth and decrease the likelihood of dropout;
- Maintain accurate data-based documentation of continuous monitoring of student performance and progress;
- Interact collaboratively and productively with site personnel;
- Perform other related jobs as needed.
Educational Background
- Associate's degree from an accredited college or university, and meet the requirements and expectations set in Act 99;
- Valid Louisiana teaching certification strongly preferred;
- Teaching experience strongly preferred.
Other Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities Required
- Thorough understanding of pedagogy and the best practices of education.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong classroom management skills.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff, and outside agencies.