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JOB TITLE: Academic Tutor

PROGRAM: Independent Living Skils Program
LOCATION: 225 Valencia Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
PAY RATE: 12.50/hr, 10-20 hours per week, Flexible work schedule and able to work evenings and some weekends

Description

JCYC’s Independent Living Skills Program (ILSP) supports the needs of foster care youth in San Francisco, ages 14–21 through a comprehensive and coordinated service delivery system consisting of 3 components: 1) a comprehensive assessment and life skills planning; 2) access to needed services; 3) ongoing support and life skills training. The goal of this program is to support holistic development of foster youth while preparing them for a seamless transition into the Independent Living and emancipation.

Job Responsibilities

Develop a tutorial plan with the youth
Provide tutoring in Math, Reading, Writing and other school subjects
Provide tutoring in a one-on-one or small group setting, on-site, or a local community site
Provide tutoring for HS Exit Exam, GED testing, SAT prep, etc.
Conduct the Wide Range Achievement Test (WRAT) assessment with youth
Abide by ILSP and JCYC Codes of Conduct, expectations and guidelines
Provide written weekly updates on the progress of youth to supervisor
Attend regular meetings and trainings
Be prompt and prepared in attending all scheduled sessions

Job Qualification

Education: Associates Degree or higher or currently enrolled college student. Bilingual speaking a plus.

Experience: Minimum of 1-year experience working in the fields of teaching and/or tutoring, preferably with foster youth and/or teenagers. High comfort level working with youth and ability to develop positive rapport with youth. Demonstrated commitment to educational success. Understanding of the issues and needs of foster youth. Ability to work with diverse communities. Strong communication, organizational and follow-through skills. Must have a reliable mode of communication. Able to work independently and in a team environment. Valid Driver’s License and dependable transportation with auto insurance, or ability to access public transportation within San Francisco County.

How to Apply

No phone calls, please. Submit resume and brief cover letter to:

Susana Carranza
SF ILSP Education Coordinator

Email: Scarranza@jcyc.org (Subject Line: Potential Tutor)
Mail: 255 Valencia St., San Francisco, CA 94103
Fax: 415.934.4232 (Attn: Susana; Subject Line: Potential Tutor)

PLEASE NOTE: Independent Living Skills Program and JCYC actively seek to hire and promote individuals, recruit volunteers and provide services to individuals without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religious creed, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, or presence of non-job related conditions or disabilities. All employees of the JCYC participate in a criminal background investigation.

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