Sub AVID Tutor at Lompoc Unified School District
About the Employer
Lompoc Unified School District offers outstanding educational experiences for approximately 9,800 students. We proudly serve TK-12th grade students living in the City of Lompoc, Vandenberg Village, Mesa Oaks, Mission Hills, Vandenberg Space Force Base and adjacent rural communities. Our vision is for every student in the District to graduate from high school ready to meet the challenges of post-secondary education and the demands of a successful career. Our mission is to collaborate as a community of learners to provide educational experiences for each of our students to meet high expectations. We are guided by three core beliefs. We believe that each of our students can meet high expectations. Trusting and respectful relationships are at the heart of effective educational systems. Schools are centers of wellness, creativity, and continuous learning cycles for staff and students. Guided by our overarching motto: Trusting Relationships + High Expectations = Every Student Achieves, we are are focused on achieving these goals in the next six years: *Each of our students will graduate, and will be college and career ready. *Each of our students will be on grade level in English Language Arts and math. *Educational partners (staff, students, families, community) will work together to ensure systems and plans meet the diverse needs of each of our students. Learn more by visiting the LUSD website: www.lusd.org. Located 150 miles northwest of Los Angeles in Santa Barbara County, Lompoc offers a serene and vibrant living experience with an array of benefits for its residents. Nestled in the heart of Santa Barbara County, Lompoc enjoys a mild Mediterranean climate, characterized by sunny days and cool ocean breezes, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and beach lovers alike. Renowned vineyards and wineries are in close proximity. The city has a rich cultural heritage, exemplified by its historic La Purisima Mission and vibrant arts scene. Lompoc’s population is approximately 40,000 and includes Vandenberg Space Force Base, the aerospace center of the West Coast. Learn more about the Lompoc community by visiting the Lompoc Valley Chamber of Commerce website: https://lompoc.com.
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TUTORS FOR THE ADVANCEMENT VIA INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION (AVID) PROGRAM POSITION SUMMARY:
Goals: AVID tutors will guide students toward academic and personal excellence that will reach far beyond their secondary school years. AVID tutors will be active participants in the learning, growth, and personal development of students with the goal of preparing students to successfully attend college.
About AVID: Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) is an educational program that supports student preparation for college through an academic elective course that teaches necessary learning skills, reinforces the academic core, and encourages rigorous student course taking.
General Duties: AVID tutors will support middle school and high school students enrolled in the AVID elective course by providing direct instructional support to students with the assistance of an AVID elective course teacher. In addition, they will serve as role models to students. Tutors will work from 2 to 16 hours per week, spread out over 2 days per week. Tutors will work from Oct through May. AVID tutors are critically essential to student success in the AVID elective course and beyond!
As a tutor, you are making a commitment to:
- Facilitate tutorial sessions that use the principle of collaborative learning and the practice of students teaching other students through discussion of class and text notes.
- Determine from student tutorial worksheets, notes, and discussions the concepts that need to be the focus of tutorial sessions.
- Allow students to shoulder the responsibility for their own active learning while guiding them with strategies that they will become accustomed to using independently.
- Reinforce the idea that learning extends far beyond mere studying to form the basis for long term accomplishments.
- Assist students in any subject area, by being familiar with students’ textbooks and materials and AVID classroom resources.
- Assist in teaching study skills and other aspects of college preparation.
- Take responsibility for the tone and atmosphere of the AVID classroom.
- Acknowledge the individuality of all AVID students and work to develop their academic and personal pride.
- Communicate regularly with the AVID coordinator/teacher regarding student progress and areas of concern and confer with the teacher about future tutorial plans.
- Establish and maintain a positive rapport with students.
- Facilitate student learning in a challenging, yet supportive, tutoring environment.
- Set an example of personal excellence and high expectations for AVID students to follow.
Requirements / Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS: 1. Current college enrollment taking a minimum of 6 units or have completed two years of college. 2. Some experience working with children 3. Ability to travel between various school sites 4. One letter of recommendation must be attached to application
WORK HOURS: Assignment will vary based on site need. Hours available are from 2.0 hours per day up to 8.0 hours per day.
Requirements / Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS: 1. Current college enrollment taking a minimum of 6 units or have completed two years of college. 2. Some experience working with children 3. Ability to travel between various school sites 4. One letter of recommendation must be attached to application
WORK HOURS: Assignment will vary based on site need. Hours available are from 2.0 hours per day up to 8.0 hours per day.
Comments and Other Information
REQUIREMENTS:
1. Current college enrollment taking a minimum of 6 units or have completed two years of college.
2. Some experience working with children
3. Ability to travel between various school sites
4. One letter of recommendation must be attached to application
Comments and Other Information
REQUIREMENTS:
1. Current college enrollment taking a minimum of 6 units or have completed two years of college.
2. Some experience working with children
3. Ability to travel between various school sites
4. One letter of recommendation must be attached to application
Application Deadline
Continuous
Date Posted
1/13/2020
Number of Openings
Not Specified
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$14.45 per hour
Length of Work Year
October - May
Employment Type
Part Time