Reading Tutor Oaks Ministries Augusta, GA Job Details Part-time $18 - $30 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Retirement plan Qualifications Written communication Teamwork Interpersonal skills Engaging lesson design (student motivation techniques) Working with students
Full Job Description Position:
Reading Tutor for
After School Program Reports To:
Adventure Center Coordinator Employee Classification:
Hourly Employee Work Status:
Part-Time Hours per week: 9 to 12 hrs/week
Pay:
starting at $18
Work Schedule:
August-May | Varies Monday-Friday, 2:30 PM- 6 PM Eligible for Health and Retirement Benefits?
No Oaks Ministries Mission Statement:
To empower the students of downtown Augusta to become Christ-centered leaders who transform their communities with the hope of the Gospel What is
Walton Oaks Adventure Center:
Walton Oaks Adventure Center is Oaks Ministries after-school program for the prek-6th grade residents of Walton Apartments. This is a Christ centered program whose aim is to share the love of Christ to our students. We also deliver additional academic support and enrichment opportunities in a safe environment in order to further develop and help our kids succeed in school and life. Everything we do at Walton Oaks and Walton Green is because of the gospel. Our heart behind establishing the adventure center was to introduce our students to King Jesus and share the love of Christ with them. Reading Tutor Overview The purpose of Oaks Ministries reading tutoring program is to deliver individualized, targeted support that strengthens students' reading skills and comprehension. By addressing each learner's specific needs whether developing foundational literacy, improving reading fluency, or deepening comprehension of complex texts the program seeks to cultivate a lifelong love of reading while promoting overall academic achievement. This role will oversee the tutoring program at Walton Oaks or Walton Green, providing Christ-centered academic support in reading and working directly with students in need of tutoring, with the goal of helping them achieve their reading objectives. Key Responsibilities of Tutor Instruction & Ministry Assume responsibility for implementing effective ministry in and out of the classroom, with a primary focus on building and strengthening reading skills. Deliver structured, research-based reading instruction tailored to the needs of struggling readers. Fully utilize all provided instructional resources to maximize student learning outcomes. Build and maintain positive, supportive relationships with students, parents, and Oaks Ministries team. Represent Oaks Ministries and Walton Communities with excellence, modeling Christ-like character and professionalism in all interactions. Classroom & Student Support Administer assessments to identify student learning gaps in reading and use results to monitor and evaluate progress. Develop and maintain a consistent weekly tutoring schedule that provides structure and reliability. Create individualized instructional plans for each student based on assessment data and learning needs. Plan engaging, meaningful activities for every lesson and encourage students creatively. Maintain accurate and detailed records of daily lesson plans, student progress, and running records. Design lessons that incorporate meaningful, engaging activities and employ creative methods to encourage and motivate students. Communicate student needs to the Coordinator in a timely manner. Other Responsibilities Assume additional duties as assigned. Qualifications Agreement with and adherence to Oaks Ministries Statement of Faith and Qualifications for Leadership. Must be a committed Christian with a heart for guiding and encouraging students who are academically behind. Proven experience in teaching reading to multiple grade levels, particularly to students performing below grade level. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Patient, flexible, creative, teachable, and a collaborative team player.