Description
Overview
University Instructors is seeking face-to-face high school teachers and tutors to support our students within the Norfolk Public Schools District . The tutor will be responsible for providing exceptional instruction, student mentorship and subject matter expertise in: 3-12th Grade subjects.
Subjects:
- Reading/Literacy
- Math
- ScienceHistory
Start Date: ASAP
Compensation: $28-35 per hour
Job Requirements:Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities:
- Familiarity with learning platforms and course content, structure, and style within multiple subjects (math, science, history, english).
- Engage with students in a friendly and professional manner requesting information about the course, activity, and/or specific content so they can quickly serve the student's needs.
- Respond to student questions in a positive, supportive manner, giving as detailed explanations as possible.
- Guide the student through content and/or process without answering the question for them.
- Be vigilant to signs that the student is asking for help on assessment (quizzes and test) questions and setting the expectation with students that tutors will not confirm answers but can help clarify what the assessment questions is asking, provide parallel problems, or guide the student back to course content.
- Redirect students to their teacher (when applicable) for questions relating to their specific course.
- Seek guidance from the advisors/program manager by escalating content questions and sharing chat transcripts for evaluation and feedback.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Job Qualifications and Requirements:
- Adheres to the professional teaching obligations and be a subject matter expert.
- Fosters a positive and motivating environment for students.
- Provide student feedback in a manner that supports learning.
- Actively listens and delivers information in a clear, compelling and concise manner.
- Attention to detail when typing with minimal spelling, punctuation, and grammatical errors.
- Ability to multitask between multiple students and courses.
- Regular and predictable attendance.
- Must be local to the Hampton Roads area.
Education and/or Experience:
- Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree
- Minimum of two years of experience working in education
EEO Statement
University Instructors, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.
