Tutor

• Provide individual and small group tutoring for students in grades 1 to 8 (assessments, lesson plans, progress reports). Virtually and in-person.
• Complete Intake forms and initial assessments for new tutees to identify and develop academic goals and appropriate support strategies.
• Support assigned tutees in achieving their individualized learning goals and track progress regularly.
• Attend bi-weekly team meetings to review student progress, share updates and coordinate use of different strategies with the team.
• Assist the Asst. Supervisor with coordination, planning and delivery of tutoring events - for example: tutoring graduation, workshops etc.
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate documentation of attendance, student progress, sessions, goals, feedback and report cards, as required by the program.
• Collaborate with Case Counsellors, other program staff (A4), teachers to ensure consistent and supportive learning environment.
• Support children with their current schoolwork and assignments, as needed.
• Establish a learning environment through creative and innovative techniques that motivate students and ensure consistent attendance.
• Incorporate an interactive model of learning where students are engaged in their learning.
• Implement instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.
• Facilitate learning as a guide and coach to assist the student to become a successful, independent learner.
• Incorporate effective study and learning strategies to maximize academic success (organization skills, time management, study habits).
• Maintain ongoing contact with the parents regarding their child’s progress.

• University degree in Education or a related field.
• OCT qualified is considered a strong asset.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience teaching or tutoring students in primary or secondary school.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience working with young people who experience difficulty in attending school consistently and achieving academic success.
• Experience teaching students with Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and an understanding of how they are developed and how to integrate them in your teaching.

• Demonstrated ability to quickly establish rapport and communicate well with students.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate and engage students.
• Capacity to instruct students of various grades and abilities simultaneously.
• Knowledge of Toronto school systems and the Ontario school curriculum.
• Demonstrated strong work ethic to achieve academic goals.
• Effective multi-tasking and time management skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with little direct supervision yet work well as part of a team.
• Punctual and reliable.
• Sensitive to needs of marginalized populations.

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