Tutor at City of Irwindale – Irwindale, California

Under direct supervision, provides assistance and instruction to a wide-range of students in grades K-12 with homework, supplemental tutoring, completing assignments, and checking for accuracy of schoolwork. Assist students with basic math through Calculus, Reading, Writing, English, History, and Sciences. Participate cooperatively in work team activities and may be required to perform other library-related tasks as assigned.

Must be available to work Monday to Thursday from 3 pm to 6 pm. This is a tentative work schedule and may change depending on operational needs.

Current CalPERS members are not eligible to apply for this position.
The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

1. Provides subject-specific content to help students through drop-in assistance.
2. Reviews student classroom or curricula topics and assignments.
3. Assists students with homework, projects, and test preparation.
4. Works with students to help them understand key concepts, especially those learned in the classroom.
5. Teaches skills to improve academic performance, including study strategies, note-taking skills and approaches to answering test questions.
6. Recognizes different learning styles and student preferences.
7. Motivates and supports students through positive feedback and reinforcement.
8. Communicates with parents as applicable.
9. Adheres to City and departmental policies and procedures.
10. Performs related duties as required.

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Knowledge of:

• Academic subjects such as English, Writing, Mathematics, Science and History.
• Appropriate and effective learning techniques and concepts for learners of different age levels.
• Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers.

Ability to:

• Demonstrate excellent customer service skills.
• Work with students one-on-one and in small groups.
• Positively supervise students.
• Facilitate problem-solving.
• Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education/Training:

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade; AND
• Must be enrolled in or have completed a college program from an accredited college or university with a 3.0 or higher GPA.
• College freshman who does not yet have a college transcript must submit high school transcript showing a 3.0 or higher GPA.

Experience:

• Past tutoring experience is desirable.
• Major or minor in Education or a Teaching Credential program is desirable.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is desirable.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Please attach your latest school transcript(s) to your application.
  

SELECTION PROCESS:
Application materials will be reviewed and those candidates whose background and experience most closely fit the needs of the City will be invited to continue in the recruitment process, which may consist of a written exam, performance tests, and oral interviews. The successful candidate must pass a thorough background which may include medical exam, drug screening, employment history verification, DMV check, and fingerprinting.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Complete an online application at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/irwindaleca. The online application process allows you to attach electronic documents (i.e. resume, certifications) that you would like the hiring department to take into consideration when reviewing your application.

Please feel free to contact Human Resources at (626) 430-2200 should you have any questions or need assistance.

Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly throughout process.

All applicants must be legally eligible for employment in the United States The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

The City of Irwindale does not discriminate and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.