Voala
Academic Tutor As Needed
Voala, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
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Volunteers of America is a non-profit human services organization committed to serving people in need, strengthening families, and building communities. VOALA provides a variety of social services to Los Angeles area communities such as Head Start programs, Upward Bound college prep programs, veterans’ services, homeless shelters, low-income housing program as well as drug and alcohol rehabilitation. Learn more at
www.voala.org . JOB SUMMARY AND PURPOSE The Academic Tutor supervises academic tutoring sessions to help program participants develop the skills required to master academic course material in specific subjects such as Math, English, Science, etc. as stated by the Lead Tutor. Provide individual and small group tutoring to students after-school through homework help and/or class material review. The Academic Tutor will also help develop and implement enrichment activities to enhance the participant's academic and social development. Other assistance might include creating engagement activities and leading math and/or college preparatory workshops. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Lead academic tutoring sessions to help participants develop the skills required to master academic material. Coordinate daily homework assistance and tutoring program for students. Develop lesson plans and tutor in accordance with California Content Standards. Assist in the creation of learning activities and other department objectives. Complete tutorial log daily and complete monthly reports. Monitor the use of tutoring resources (laptops, calculators, books, etc.) during tutoring sessions. Set up materials and prepare the classroom for the day's activities. Keep written logs of students' observations and progress. Communicate with Lead Tutor, Project Advisor, and Director concerning the participants. Mentor students about the college experience. Present and lead workshops on topics around college/careers/financial literacy/leadership development as needed. Monitor and supervise students during field trips when needed. Other duties as required and subject to change at any time. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to pass a fingerprint clearance, background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment and education verifications. EDUCATION: Current college freshman or higher with a mastery of target subject. Minimum of 3.0 GPA in area of competency in high school. EXPERIENCE: 1 year of tutoring or related experience. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Professional or personal experience in overcoming barriers similar to those confronting the students.
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www.voala.org . JOB SUMMARY AND PURPOSE The Academic Tutor supervises academic tutoring sessions to help program participants develop the skills required to master academic course material in specific subjects such as Math, English, Science, etc. as stated by the Lead Tutor. Provide individual and small group tutoring to students after-school through homework help and/or class material review. The Academic Tutor will also help develop and implement enrichment activities to enhance the participant's academic and social development. Other assistance might include creating engagement activities and leading math and/or college preparatory workshops. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Lead academic tutoring sessions to help participants develop the skills required to master academic material. Coordinate daily homework assistance and tutoring program for students. Develop lesson plans and tutor in accordance with California Content Standards. Assist in the creation of learning activities and other department objectives. Complete tutorial log daily and complete monthly reports. Monitor the use of tutoring resources (laptops, calculators, books, etc.) during tutoring sessions. Set up materials and prepare the classroom for the day's activities. Keep written logs of students' observations and progress. Communicate with Lead Tutor, Project Advisor, and Director concerning the participants. Mentor students about the college experience. Present and lead workshops on topics around college/careers/financial literacy/leadership development as needed. Monitor and supervise students during field trips when needed. Other duties as required and subject to change at any time. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to pass a fingerprint clearance, background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment and education verifications. EDUCATION: Current college freshman or higher with a mastery of target subject. Minimum of 3.0 GPA in area of competency in high school. EXPERIENCE: 1 year of tutoring or related experience. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Professional or personal experience in overcoming barriers similar to those confronting the students.
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