Math Tutor in Gainesville, Georgia at Mission 1:27

Position Purpose:

To design and implement individualized plans addressing gaps in the foundational math skills of addition/subtraction, multiplication/division, and percentages/ratios for students in the Adventure Center afterschool program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:

• Works under the Director’s guidance and leadership and with the Adventure Center team in all areas.
• Works under the Director of Training and Staff Development concerning instructional methods, protocols, and record keeping for intensive math support.
• Assumes responsibility for the implementation of effective ministry in and out of the classroom, specifically where it concerns math tutoring.
• Delivers a “high dosage” structure of math tutoring that focuses on face-to-face activities and games to learn and practice math skills.
• Develops and maintains effective relationships with students, parents, greater Mission 1:27 team, Walton Communities team members and residents.
• As an ambassador of Mission 1:27 and Walton Communities, models Christ-like behavior in all circumstances with students, parents, colleagues, Walton team members and residents and members of the community at large.
• Effectively manages classroom activities.
• Administers both formal and informal assessments to identify gaps in math skills and uses results to plan lessons and analyze progress.
• Develops and maintains a weekly tutoring schedule.
• Develops an individualized instructional plan for each student, working one-on-one or in small groups.
• Fully utilizes provided resources, including timely digital planning and record keeping.
• Includes meaningful activities in every lesson and uses creative methods of encouragement.
• Ensures that tutoring spaces and resources are secure, clean and well-maintained.
• Adheres to uniform or professional dress requirements.
• Ensures compliance with Mission 1:27’s policies, including the Child Safety and Protection Policy and all child protection laws and regulations
• When possible, participates in regular times of prayer with Center staff and attends staff meetings/events.
• Assumes responsibility for related duties as required or assigned

• Agreement with and adherence to Mission 1:27’s Statement of Faith and Qualifications for Leadership.
• At the least, some completed college coursework required
• Spiritually mature
• Must be a Christian and possess basic theological knowledge
• Active involvement in a local church is desired
• Competent and compassionate teacher
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience in teaching mathematics, especially to struggling students
• Patient, flexible, creative and teachable
• Team player
• Passion for reaching people through outreach, Biblical teaching, character instruction and academic instruction