CLASS TITLE:  TUTOR

BASIC FUNCTION: 

            Assist in the implementation of education programs by providing academic tutoring to students.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• Provide appropriate learning materials and experience for participants.
• Assist students in small group or one-on-one sessions to enhance their education and provide support in achieving learning objectives set by the school.
• Assess the students’ progress throughout tutoring sessions and adjust instructional methods and content focus as necessary.
• Provide adult supports, activities, and sessions.
• Participate in tutor training and development sessions.
• Maintain accurate records and provide data to appropriate personnel.
• Treat all individuals with fairness, dignity, and respect.
• Adhere to SBDM and McCracken County Public School Board policies and procedures.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Maintain a professional and appropriate appearance.
• Adhere to the Professional Code of Ethics.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Basic instructional methods and techniques.
• Basic learning theory applicable to the student group served.
• Students with special needs, multi-cultural and multi-ethnic backgrounds.
• Basic subjects taught in District schools including arithmetic, reading, writing, grammar, and spelling.
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
• Classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct.
• Policies and objectives of assigned program and activities.
• Applicable sections of Kentucky Administrative Regulations and other applicable laws.
• Health and safety regulations.

ABILITY TO:

• Provide instruction working with children with special needs, multi-cultural and multi-ethnic backgrounds.
• Monitor and evaluate student progress.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

ABILITY TO (CONTINUED):

• Maintain routine records.
• Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Maintain current knowledge of program rules, regulations, requirements and restrictions.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Plan and organize work.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Classified:  High school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D.

Peer/Student:  Current student enrolled in McCracken County Public Schools