A Tutor works with students who need additional help or review. Provides instruction in an academic subject, or reviews a particular class lesson, or assists with preparing for a test. Works with students one-on-one or in a small group, and usually meets with students outside of school.
07/31/2026
Please note that this posting closes at 3:00 pm on the date listed above.
If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Scott Bell, Director, at (385)-646-4408 or sbellgraniteschools.
Hours per week: 29
Job Title AVID Tutor
Department College & Career Readiness
Supervisor Director/Principal
Salary Schedule ESP Hourly (72)
Lane Placement ff
Contract Length hourly
FLSA Classification Non-exempt
Last Review Date June 2020
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, training, education, responsibilities, abilities; the machines, tools and equipment used; background; and any licenses or certifications required. Physical, punctual, reliable, and predictable regular attendance is an essential job function to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Job Summary
AVID (Advancement via Individual Determination) is a system that targets potential college students who need support. AVID prepares students by teaching them college readiness skills. Students are enrolled in advanced courses and given academic support through tutors. Attendance and physical presence are required and is an essential function of this position.
Essential Functions
Tutors must attend training classes and will utilize the AVID learning strategies while tutoring during the school year.
Work with small groups of middle school and/or high school students.
Determine from student notes and discussions, the concepts that need to be taught or reviewed.
Evaluate student binders, including calendars, class & textbook notes, etc.
Become familiar with the materials in the AVID Curriculum Libraries.
Become familiar with the textbooks and materials used by AVID students.
Conduct tutorial sessions in the AVID elective classroom.
Conduct mini lessons in the process of writing in all subject areas, study skills, and other aspects of college preparations
Set an example of personal excellence and high expectations for AVID students to follow
Work with students in any phase of the writing process, such as brainstorming, clustering, revision, and editing TRF's.
Communicate frequently and debrief with the AVID coordinator/teacher regarding student progress and areas of concern.
Attend AVID Training regularly throughout the school year.
Tutors will be trained in the Socratic tutorial method and will receive ongoing feedback and assistance with implementing AVID resources.
Non-Essential Functions
Other duties as assigned
Required Knowledge and Skills
Basic reading, writing, and math skills.
Ability to interact positively with students.
Ability to assist students in a variety of situations that may arise.
Required Education and Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Current college student/graduate or experience in college
Required Prior Experience
None
Interactions with Others
Positive interaction of students, teachers, support personnel and administrators.
Supervisory Responsibility
Supervision of students being supported.
Working Environment
Work setting is mainly in the classroom setting. May be asked to work inside and outside the building to accomplish assigned tasks. Working conditions can be in hot and cold weather. May experience stress from disruptive students and/or groups of students.
Physical Requirements - Not limited to the following:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to speak and/or hear.
Frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, and crouch.
Occasionally required to use hands to handle or feel and must occasionally climb or balance.
Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
Must be able to stand or sit for long periods of time.
Note:
The list of essential and marginal functions and of physical requirements is not exhaustive and may be supplemented in accordance with the requirements of the job.
