DUYA is seeking Academic tutors to provide group tutoring support to youth grades K-12 at local school districts, community centers and community schools Los Angeles.
If interested please review the job description below and click the drop down menu labeled under Academic Tutor. Once you have reviewed the job description click the drop down menu to complete the job application based on your language preference English or Spanish.
DUYA administrative team will be scheduling interviews for the next four to five weeks. If you meet the qualifications you will receive an email for a scheduled an interview within 24-72 hours of your submission date.
Below are the job details:
Academic Tutor (currently hiring)
Eligibility: ages 21 and up
Responsibilities:
- Host academic group tutoring sessions via in-person
- Review and assist with recent and current homework assignments
- Prepare, create, and submit students’ progress reports.
- Ask students about specific struggling topics or areas that warrant further exploration.
- Prepare lesson plans or learning modules for tutoring sessions according to students’ needs and goals.
- Provide feedback to students using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage, motivate, or build confidence in students.
- Communicate with parents/guardians about the struggling areas or issues that require attention through written progress reports, in person, by phone, or by email.
- Research or recommend textbooks, software, equipment, or other learning materials to complement tutoring.
- Participate in all staff development meetings and professional development training sessions.
Qualifications: Entry – Intermediate level
- 1 year or more of tutoring experience in a classroom, academic, or school setting.
- Knowledge, expertise, and experience working with elementary and middle school students.
- Must have a vehicle to travel to at least 1 school site per day.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and automobile liability insurance.
- Must be able to work 15- 20 hours per work, 12 pm- 6 pm, M-F.
- Must be able to attend a one-week paid 20-hour orientation and training prior to starting the position in August.
- Must be able to pass a live scan and show proof of TB clearance.
Benefits:
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FSLA: Non-exempt
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No weekends and holidays
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Employee assistance program
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Compensation is fixed at $24.00/hour
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Cal Savers retirement matching support
- Employers pay for tutors’ certification and training support.
- Mileage reimbursement is available for the position.
- This is a year contract position has the ability to be renewed based on employee performance evaluation.
Application process: (1) Application Form (2) Formal Interview (3) Reference Check (4) Orientation
Volunteer (ongoing)
Eligibility: ages 16- up (high school, undergraduate students, graduate students, adults, seniors)
Opportunities available include but are not limited to:
- Assisting with fundraising projects
- Assisting with outreach projects and initiatives
- Providing peer mentorship to students
- hosting educational workshops or classes for DUYA staff/ students
- Participate in program evaluations and data tracking
- Assisting with grant writting
- Assist with tutoring individually or in small groups
- hosting musical or cultural art workshops for DUYA staff/ students
- Assisting with a community or fundraising event
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Excellent communication skills
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Adaptable to a fast-paced work environment
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Ability to work with students one-on-one and in small groups
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Available to volunteer 2-10 hours per week for a minimum of 4 weeks or more
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Experience with google drive and Microsoft word
Learning Outcomes:
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Develop communication and leadership skills
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Demonstrate the ability to work with diverse groups of people and as a member of a cohesive team
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Promote learning strategies to encourage student self-sufficiency
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Engage in professional career development
Application process: (1) Application Form (2) Informal Interview (3) Reference Check (4) Orientation
Employment requirements: (1) Livescan (2) TB Test (3) 4-week commitment period
