Tutor

Job Title: Tutor

Department: Upper School

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employment Status: Part-Time (August - May)

Hours: Variable, as needed

Reports to: Tutoring Coordinator / HS Principal

SUMMARY:

We are seeking part-time tutors to work with Upper School students in various subject areas. The ideal candidate will be able to effectively engage with students and contribute to their learning and growth in areas of need. At this time, we are looking for candidates with expertise in the areas of math and science as well as candidates with experience working with students who receive Exceptional Education services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provides tutoring services to students according to their need and with direction from the Tutoring Coordinator / HS Principal.

2. Offers assistance with developing study strategies.

3. Instructs students during tutoring sessions in assigned subject matter(s).

4. Assesses the students progress throughout the tutoring sessions.

5. Other job duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree.
• Knowledge and competence in the subject matter.
• Previous experience working with students in an academic setting preferred.
• Personal faith in Jesus Christ and a commitment to the mission of Chattanooga Christian School.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to exhibit professionalism and a positive attitude in representing CCS and its staff.
• Ability to exercise discretion and utmost professionalism in confidential and sensitive student matters.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• This is a largely sedentary role.
• The employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills aptitudes and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.