The Northwest Arkansas Education Services Cooperative is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by law.
Northwest Education Service Cooperative is seeking applications for the position of:
Available Position:
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MIGRANT TUTOR
Monday – Thursday, 8am – 4pm
Friday, 8am – 3:30pm
Position Type: Full Time (240 Day Contract) Yearly Salary: $36,370
Position Type: Part Time (190 Day Contract) Yearly Salary: $28,792
What is a migrant tutor?
A migrant tutor is a position where you are tutoring students in their homes or school, students ages 3 – 21 who are underserved. This position requires an outgoing, positive attitude, with a willingness to work in a wide variety of locations. Being bilingual is helpful but not required
Requirements:
- Valid Driver’s License
- Reliable Transportation
- An Associates degree or equivalent, preferably in education.
The duties of the Migrant Tutor will include but not be limited to the following:
- Work under the direction of the Cooperative Director, Migrant State Director and Migrant Program Specialist.
- Work with students individually or in groups; 3 years thru 21 years of age.
- Work in collaboration with school personnel, (counselors, secretaries, etc.) and families to best serve the students.
- Obtain training and information to remain current of the Migrant Education Program requirements and standards.
- Provide Out of School Youth instructional support in Reading, GED & Life Skills.
- Follow NWA Education Service Cooperative policies and procedures, as well as the State and Federal guidelines in all aspects of job performance.
- Maintain ethical standards of professional practice including confidentiality in all matters related to cooperative business.
- Complete all forms, reports, surveys, and other required documentation in an accurate, timely manner and keep such information organized in order to achieve positive job performance.
- Utilize technology as required to promote efficient, effective program operations.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
- Frequent travel is required over an 8 county area.
Performance Factors/Job Competencies:
- Effective Communication Skills (verbal and written) in order to collect, document and report data accurately.
- Meet all program responsibilities
- Build collaborative relationships
- Must have reliable transportation; job requires a lot of travel in your own vehicle, and will be paid mileage of $.52/mile.
Benefits for Full Time Employment:
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Teacher Retirement Plan
- Paid Vacation, Sick Time & Bereavement
- Multiple paid days off around Christmas/New Years, Federal Holidays, Spring Break, etc.
Interested parties should email Jennifer Vinson at jennifer.vinson@nwaesc.org. Please go to the NWA Education Service Cooperative Website at https://www.nwaesc.org to fill out an application under the tab About Us, then choose Employment Opportunities. Fill out the Classified application for this position. This is a grant-funded position which means employment is contingent upon the grant’s yearly approval.