TITLE:

                PALS Tutor

 

POSITION TYPE:

                Part-time; Non-exempt

 

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

                PALS tutor works with students in grades K-3 in small groups of students of five or less, who have been identified as needing additional support in early literacy

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Hold a high school diploma; bachelor’s degree preferred
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Effectively uses verbal, nonverbal, writing, and listening skills
• Demonstrates professionalism and fosters a positive environment
• Ability to relate to children, teachers, and other school staff

 

REPORTS TO:

                Coordinator for PALS

 

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITES:

• Work side-by-side with the school reading specialists to help students improve early literacy skills, including phonemic awareness and fluency

 

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

                Monday through Thursday; generally October through May according to grant funds

 

EVALUATION:

                Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on

                Evaluation of Personnel.