Job title: Math Apprentice
Company: Springfield Public Schools
Job description: This is a Temporary position - up to 12 weeks
GENERAL SUMMARY
Math Apprentice's manage a small cohort of approximately 16-24 high school students and promote academic success by focusing intently to provide individualized instruction and build strong relationships with students during their year of service. During a typical school day, Math Apprentice's will work with up to four students at a time, two of whom will work independently on a blended-learning platform, and facilitate lessons during six class periods per day. Math Apprentice's will implement Saga's proprietary curriculum to foster academic success and help students reach their goals. In addition to offering academic support, Math Apprentices also serve as student advocates and mentors and must build strong, meaningful relationships with their students. This position encompasses a 13-week program.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The above position is illustrative of the tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all -inclusive of every task or responsibility. The description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Springfield Public Schools and the employee and is subject to change by the Springfield Public Schools as the needs and requirements of the job change.
- Attend pre-service training prior to engaging with students
- Provide daily or regularly scheduled math tutoring to your caseload of students assigned at the beginning of the 12 week cycle identified by DESE. This model is embedded into the regular school day for students, and you will serve between 4-8 students a class period. You will work in a 1:4 ratio of tutor to student during tutoring sessions
- Use student data to differentiate math instruction for your students and adapt lesson plans as needed
- Maintain regular ongoing communication with parents/guardians via email, text or phone, given parent/guardian preference
- Prepare to navigate varying technology, both hardware and software, and troubleshoot technical issues as they arise
- Maintain a proactive approach to work in order to complete deliverables on time and maintain proper work-life balance
- Check and respond to emails daily and regularly consult with your main points of contact at the district and school
- Participate in regular observation and feedback sessions with your main point of contact at the district and school for professional development and growth
MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
- Associate's degree, or higher, in any discipline or 60 college credits for an accredited university
- $18.00 per hour for those with 60 college credits or an Associates
- $20.00 per hour for those with a Bachelor's degree or higher
- Required to be U.S. citizens, nationals, or lawful permanent residents
- Prior experience coaching, tutoring, or mentoring students, preferred but not required
- Please be aware that you must clear a National Service Criminal History Check and all other security requirements set forth by Saga Education and the school district in which you serve before the start of training
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES
- You have an interest in math education and a strong understanding of Algebra and Geometric skills and concepts
- You are passionate about youth development and addressing education inequity in underserved communities
- You are committed to continuous learning and growth, have a strong feedback orientation, and actively seek professional development opportunities
- You possess the mindsets, cultural proficiencies, and skills to build effective, caring relationships with students in the online setting
- Demonstrated verbal/ written communication skills; including effectively communicating with constituents whose primary language may not be English.
- Excellent organizational skills, with a high level of proficiency in using technology efficiently as a time management and organizing tool;
- Computer proficiency and experience using MS Office Suite, online survey and communication tools; experience providing technical assistance and trouble-shooting issues.
- Responsible for coordinating a function or operational effort in the Springfield Virtual School
- Position requires some autonomy for decision making and independent judgment
- Strong facilitation skills; experience in developing and leading interactive forums, workshops and training;
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills
- Experience working with diverse urban families, students and/or communities with an understanding of their unique needs;
- Ability to establish and maintain strong community collaborations and to build a team and work in a fast-paced team environment;
- An understanding of and commitment to gain greater understanding of what is necessary for an urban school system to enjoy continuous improvement in an increasingly complex and competitive environment;
- Knowledge of Springfield Public School District
- Experience in a youth development model and experience working with diverse populations
- Ability to respond to questions from students
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
- Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job
- Ability to use computer software and systems applicable to the position
- Ability to collect, organize, and interpret data and prepare accurate records
- Ability to maintain well-organized materials, files, systems and tools
- Ability to adapt to changes in work situations and priorities
- Ability to reason/analyze; use logic to identify and resolve problems
- Ability to evaluate, organize, and summarize data and information
- Ability to establish and maintain constructive and cooperative interpersonal relationships with staff, peers, supervisors, or managers in the work unit and other departments, as well as with staff of outside entities and other individuals, as applicable to the essential duties and responsibilities
CORE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Skill in utilizing interpersonal skills to relate and interact with a diverse population
- Skill in detail oriented planning and able to set priorities, objectives and meet deadlines
- Ability to provide positive and effective customer service
- Ability to adapt to and accommodate new methods and procedures
- Ability to work independently or as a member of a team
- Ability to apply listening skills, work under pressure, address conflict and solve problems
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret standard, policies, procedures and regulations
- Ability to effectively present information using attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to exercise good judgment
- Ability to operate standard office equipment, such as a computer keyboard, monitor, copies, scanners, and telephone
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
This position requires employee be in an office or similar indoor environment and field work. Employee is frequently exposed to individuals who are rude or irate and is occasionally exposed to individuals with known violent backgrounds.
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. The list is not all-inclusive and may be supplemented as necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The Springfield Public School District (MA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Title : Math Apprentice (2023-2024)
Primary Location : Central Office - Office of Instruction (Math)
Salary Range : Per Hour
Shift Type : FT - Full Year
Expected salary: $18 per hour
Location: USA
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