Illinois State University
America Reads/America Counts Tutor Specialist
Illinois State University, Normal, Illinois, United States, 61761
Job Title:
America Reads/America Counts Tutor SpecialistJob no:
517980Work type:
On CampusLocation:
Normal, IllinoisEmployee Classification:
Student Help RegularDivision Name:
Academic AffairsDepartment:
Financial Aid OfficeJob Summary
Students hired in these positions tutor children (from Preschool through 9th grade) in reading and/or math. Tutors currently provide in-person and remote/virtual support. Locations include the ISU campus, local schools, after-school programs, public libraries, and community centers.Responsibilities and Duties:
Attending mandatory/paid training sessionsProviding program data by posting "reflections" every two weeks based on placementsWriting optional lesson plans, and progress reports, or creating videosSubmitting Exit Plans if providing 1:1 supportAdditional Information
Applications will be accepted through June 2024Pay Rate
$14.50 - $16.00Required Qualifications
Applicants MUST be awarded Federal Work Study.Ability to provide your own transportation for off-campus sites (this includes public transportation).Must be dependable.Applicants must have and maintain a GPA of 2.5.Experience working with children and/or tutoring is required.Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.Applicants must be strong or fluent Spanish speakers and/or possess the skills to tutor children in math from 4th - 9th grade.Work Hours
Must be available to work a minimum of 4-6 hours per week during the hours of 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 1-3 hours on Saturdays between 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Placements are made according to tutor availability.Proposed Starting Date
January, 2024Required Applicant Documents
Resume & Reference ListPlease Note:
These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply".Contact Information for Applicants
americareads@ilstu.eduImportant Information for Applicants
This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30. Any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.In addition, all appointments are contingent upon proof of eligibility for employment at Illinois State University to perform the required duties described above on your scheduled start date. The Immigration and Control Act of 1986, Public Law 99-603, requires all new employees to file an I-9 in person and no later than three days from the beginning of employment.Equal Opportunity Statement
Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383.If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.
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America Reads/America Counts Tutor SpecialistJob no:
517980Work type:
On CampusLocation:
Normal, IllinoisEmployee Classification:
Student Help RegularDivision Name:
Academic AffairsDepartment:
Financial Aid OfficeJob Summary
Students hired in these positions tutor children (from Preschool through 9th grade) in reading and/or math. Tutors currently provide in-person and remote/virtual support. Locations include the ISU campus, local schools, after-school programs, public libraries, and community centers.Responsibilities and Duties:
Attending mandatory/paid training sessionsProviding program data by posting "reflections" every two weeks based on placementsWriting optional lesson plans, and progress reports, or creating videosSubmitting Exit Plans if providing 1:1 supportAdditional Information
Applications will be accepted through June 2024Pay Rate
$14.50 - $16.00Required Qualifications
Applicants MUST be awarded Federal Work Study.Ability to provide your own transportation for off-campus sites (this includes public transportation).Must be dependable.Applicants must have and maintain a GPA of 2.5.Experience working with children and/or tutoring is required.Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.Applicants must be strong or fluent Spanish speakers and/or possess the skills to tutor children in math from 4th - 9th grade.Work Hours
Must be available to work a minimum of 4-6 hours per week during the hours of 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 1-3 hours on Saturdays between 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Placements are made according to tutor availability.Proposed Starting Date
January, 2024Required Applicant Documents
Resume & Reference ListPlease Note:
These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply".Contact Information for Applicants
americareads@ilstu.eduImportant Information for Applicants
This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30. Any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.In addition, all appointments are contingent upon proof of eligibility for employment at Illinois State University to perform the required duties described above on your scheduled start date. The Immigration and Control Act of 1986, Public Law 99-603, requires all new employees to file an I-9 in person and no later than three days from the beginning of employment.Equal Opportunity Statement
Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383.If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.
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