You'll be a mentor and coach while helping students become more proficient in reading. You will receive on-the-job training. Just bring your positive…
You'll be a mentor and coach while helping students become more proficient in reading. You will receive on-the-job training. Just bring your positive spirit and desire to help children in our community reach their full potential.
You must have a genuine interest in the growth and development of youth and a proficiency in elementary English. You must have the ability to establish authority and connections through leadership, communication, and most importantly patience. We expect our coaches to provide a stable and nurturing atmosphere that our students will need to succeed. Ensuring that Literacy and Hope's students reach their highest potential will take a tremendous amount of hard work, flexibility, and commitment.
Responsibilities:
Complete training program which is approximately 3 hours prior to starting individual coaching sessions.
Provide academic enrichment using the curriculum and materials provided by the program.
Create an engaging environment that fosters a sense of belonging that kids want to be in.
Support students in making positive behavior choices by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the program.
Engage children and youth by following and implementing structured lesson plans which are detailed in the curriculum. Interacts with the children in a way that conveys respect and nurturing.
Keep accurate records of students' attendance so it can be billed accordingly.
Communicate student's progress on a regular basis with parents, program leader, and school.
Commit to one school year with assigned students.
Participate in staff development/training activities.
Requirements:
Must commit to at least 1 hour- two days per week with each student assigned. You can decide to coach more than one student.
Must review and be prepared to teach each session in advance of coaching session with student.
Must be free to coach for 1 hr/student between 4-6 pm at assigned school in south city.
At least 1 year of experience working or volunteering with elementary students in a classroom, after-school, or recreation environment.
Must complete the pre-tutoring training program unless you are a teacher or retired teacher, which may be modified based on experience.
Must be fluent in English and use acceptable English in written and oral communication. Speaks with clear articulation.
Must pass initial and annual Background Checks/Fingerprints
Demonstrates behavior that is professional, ethical, courteous, flexible, kind, and responsible. Displays integrity, self-control, punctuality, and gratitude.
Literacy and Hope is a Christian program that adheres to Christian doctrine.