EL Tutor

Position Type:

Student Support Services/Pupil Tutoring

Location:

Wethersfield High School

Date Available:

ASAP

Closing Date:

until filled

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Position:
English Language Learner (ELL) Tutor

Reports To:

Building Principal

School:
Wethersfield High School

Effective Date: ASAP

Work Day:
Monday through Friday, 5.75 hours per day

Hourly Wage: $27.18 - $32.06

Application Date:
Open until filled

The Wethersfield Public Schools partner with the community and families in fostering our students' ongoing education in a safe and engaging learning environment. Our schools are demographically diverse and are characterized by respectful behavior, trusting relationships, caring educators/administrators/staff and continuous learning.

Wethersfield High School is seeking a motivated and dedicated bilingual (Spanish/English) individual to serve as an English Learners (EL) Tutor. This position is scheduled Monday through Friday for 5.75 hours per day (28.75 hours per week).

The EL Tutor plays an essential role in supporting English Learners in developing language proficiency and achieving academic success. The successful candidate will help provide a comprehensive and effective educational experience that enables students to grow in listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills while confidently participating in both academic and social settings.

Typical duties for the EL Tutor include:

* Provide English Learner instruction and academic support aligned with the EL curriculum;

* Deliver one-on-one instruction, small-group support, and in-class (push-in) assistance;

* Monitor student progress and maintain accurate performance data for review with the EL Coordinator;

* Offer consistent positive feedback and encouragement to support student growth;

* Foster an inclusive, culturally responsive learning environment that respects diverse backgrounds and individual needs;

* Collaborate with classroom teachers to support student achievement;

* Assist with LAS and other standardized testing administration;

* Participate in professional development related to EL instruction and instructional materials;

* All other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

* Hold minimum of an Associates' Degree

* Teacher certification is preferred, but not required

* Bilingual (Spanish/English);

* Ability to work with students in a classroom, small group, and/or one-on-one environment

* Ability to follow coordinator/teacher/staff directions with respect to instruction, assessment, and programming

* Strong communication skills

* Computer software skills such as:
Word, Excel, Google Apps, and comfort with assorted web-based software programs

* Ability to work in a team environment

* Enthusiasm for helping children

* Willingness to learn new skills and demonstrate a growth mindset

* Respectful attitude

* Ability to manage plans and drive positive results

* Patience, flexibility and adaptability

All applicants must apply online at:

Wethersfield Public School System Nondiscrimination Policy

The Wethersfield Public Schools is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons. The Wethersfield Public Schools does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability), genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws.

The Department of Education does not unlawfully discriminate in employment and licensing against qualified persons with a prior criminal conviction. Inquiries regarding the Wethersfield Public School System's nondiscrimination policies and practices should be directed to:
Title IX Coordinator, Director of Special Services, 127 Hartford Avenue, Wethersfield, CT 06109.