Job Details

PAY RANGE:

$18.00 - $22.00 Hourly**

AVAILABLE LOCATIONS:

• Kauluwela Elementary School
• Kawananakoa Middle School
• McKinely High School
• Pauoa Elementary School
• Roosevelt High School

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Math Tutor is responsible for ensuring the educational quality of the program and implementing the academic portion of the program model. Using the provided curriculum and strategies aligned to each school's in-class instruction methods. Math Tutors must provide a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment consistent with the program model and goals and ensure the academic success of students. In addition to your primary responsibilities, you will also be expected to take on leadership roles, mentor junior staff members, and contribute to the development of our program. Math Tutors report directly to the Site Coordinator.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/JOB DUTIES:

• Provide academic support to students in assigned subject areas, using curriculum and strategies aligned to school's in-class instruction methods.
• Create and implement innovative methods to engage students in academic enrichment to promote positive learning habits and target academic learning loss.
• Create a positive work/learning environment for staff and program participants that encourages hard work, effective communication and a sense of comradery.
• Develop and implement lesson plans and educational activities that promote academic success and align with the program model and goals.
• Participate in ongoing quality improvement initiatives to ensure the highest standards of academic quality and student success.
• Communicate effectively, consistently, and professionally with participants, parents, co-workers, and others associated with the program such as HIDOE and DHS contacts.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, providing excellent communication and customer service.
• Assist in the supervision and guidance of junior staff members, providing mentorship and support as needed.
• Research and develop new creative programs, workshops, activities, and engagement methods to enhance the overall program that focuses on Teen Development.
• Contribute to the development of our program by suggesting new ideas, participating in staff meetings, and providing feedback on program improvements.
• Assist with the coordination of events and activities that promote student engagement and motivation.
• Facilitates programming that invites exploration, promotes positive play, and welcomes teens in an all-inclusive environment.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of YMCA mission, core values, purpose and goals, policies, and YMCA standards; ensures the program meets the highest standards of excellence.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Skills/Knowledge:

• Experience facilitating instruction with an emphasis on youth requiring academic intervention.
• Skilled in general youth programs group or classroom management.
• Ability to take initiative in implementing engaging academic activities and promote healthy studying habits.
• Must be able to acquire the knowledge necessary for the age-appropriate curriculum specific to assigned subject in accordance to HIDOE standards.
• Customer service oriented with strong interpersonal skills, well organized and multi-tasked oriented.
• Understanding of working with teens, group management, and group work
• Experience engaging middle and high school youth in recreation, leadership development, service learning, civic engagement, college and career pathways, and other personal development areas
• Exercise mature judgment and sound decision-making
• Possess a collaborative and flexible mindset that elevates youth voice and provide opportunities in areas where the candidate may not have expertise
• Lead by example, serve as a model of professionalism and competency for peers and employees
• Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds
• Proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Windows 10 and above, Canva, preferred
• Ability to operate other software applications as required

Education/Training:

• Experience teaching and facilitating academic instruction required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills required.
• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field preferred.
• Current certification in language arts or mathematics education is preferred.
• General office operations experience preferred.
• CPR, AED, and First Aid certified (training available upon hire).

WHY THE Y?:

• Free Y membership with employment
• Referral bonuses - Y employees can earn cash or Y credit bonuses for referring a new hire*
• Up to 60% discounts for yourself, family, and even your siblings on Y programs, camps, preschool, childcare, and more.