Learning Center Instructor - Part Time - Poston Junior High School

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Employment Type:

Part-time (25-29 hours per week)

Base Hourly:

$17.53

Class/Calendar:

A13, 9.25

months

Benefits:

None Performance Pay:

Available annually

New Hire Experience:

1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to a ten-year maximum

New Hire Education:

1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position

Job Summary:

To monitor the behavior of students assigned to the Alternative Learning Center; to manage morning and lunch detentions; and to maintain accurate records

Key Responsibilities:

Supervise students assigned to Alternative Learning Center Monitor the activities of students assigned to Alternative Learning Center Program Tutor Alternative Learning Center students as appropriate Confer with teachers and administration to communicate the progress of individual students Perform record keeping to maintain documentation of participation in program Attend meetings as assigned to share information and/or to improve skills/knowledge Regular and on-time attendance required Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and

Mesa Public Schools Required Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent Associate's Degree or 60 college credit hours required at time of hire OR pass the ParaPro Test provided by the district free of charge

Skills & Competencies:

Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate. Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community Computer proficiency to include use of basic software applications (i.e. Word, Excel, etc.) Ability to work well with students, parents, district personnel and general public Experience with adolescent age children Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); maintain confidentiality Ability to work with constant interruptions, meet deadlines and with minimum supervision Ability to tutor students in reading, math and

English Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

Part of a learning center or resource room focused on academic support, tutoring, or intervention Daily interaction with small groups or individual students, often those needing extra academic help or accommodations Providing instructional support tailored to students' needs (reading, writing, math, study skills, etc.) Work may vary from pull-out sessions, in-class support, or standalone intervention blocks Designed to be welcoming, inclusive, and conducive to all types of learners, including those with disabilities

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position.