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Position Profile : Supporting the Project Co-ordinator. Responsible for assisting students with the comprehension of the application of various concepts as outlined in the school curriculum, supporting the work of classroom teachers in increasing student achievement in the areas of literacy and numeracy. He or she will work one on one with students after regular school hours or by scheduled session. This individual will work to understand individual learning styles and craft an approach that enables each student to learn required materials and build confidence through understanding and accomplishment. Other duties will be assigned as necessary. Functions: Project Administration • Ensures project deliverables and objectives are met. • Creates timelines and sets targets for various project components ensuring compliance with agreements • Plans and coordinates delivery details and logistics • Enters and maintains data in client database programs as required • Monitors progress of the projects and services delivered against funder targets, milestones and objectives • Evaluates project success and recommends changes as necessary to ensure targets are achieved • Produces reports as directed. Project Delivery • Assist students with comprehension and application of various learning • Assess individual student aptitudes and apply teaching practices that facilitate individual comprehension. • Provide instruction on basic computer use such as word processing, spreadsheets, web browsers, online information resources, etc. • Provide moral support and encouragement. • Address student questions, focusing on areas of greatest difficulty. • Model and assist students with understanding and application of good study habits. • Generate excitement about key concepts and areas of study. • Assist with formulation of ideas for projects, reports, papers, etc. • Records attendance • Maintain a safe, clean, welcoming and positive learning environment at all times. • Completes all mandatory forms and assessments with clients. • Maintains client files and documentation according to agency and program standards • Provides and sources support, mentoring, and coaching for participants • Respond to parent, teacher and student inquiries. • Ensures quality of service in all components of program delivery • Other duties as assigned

Focus Community Development Corp. requires an energetic, conscientious and career-minded Academic Tutor. Position Profile : The Academic Tutor is responsible for assisting students with the comprehension of the application of various concepts as outlined in the school curriculum, supporting the work of classroom teachers in increasing student achievement in the areas of literacy and numeracy. He or she will work one on one with students after regular school hours or by scheduled session. This individual will work to understand individual learning styles and craft an approach that enables each student to learn required materials and build confidence through understanding and accomplishment. Other duties will be assigned as necessary. Key Functions: • Prepare a monthly summary of tutoring dates and times organized by client • Invoice Program for time spent on a monthly basis or at another time interval agreed to by the Executive Director / Project Co-ordinator Program Delivery: • Assist students with comprehension and application of various learning concepts as assigned by the classroom teacher. • Review and abide by the approved curriculum as directed by the classroom teacher. • Ensure that students have appropriate academic resources, such as but not limited to texts • Assist students with comprehension and application of various learning concepts as assigned by the classroom teacher. • Review and abide by the approved curriculum as directed by the classroom teacher. • Ensure that students have appropriate academic resources, such as but not limited to texts, mathematical tools, pens, pencils, paper, calculators, etc. • Assess individual student aptitudes and apply teaching practices that facilitate individual comprehension. • Provide instruction on basic computer use such as word processing, spreadsheets, web browsers, online information resources, etc. • Ensure compliance with school policies, procedures and best practices. • Maintain a safe, clean, welcoming and positive learning environment at all times. • Provide moral support and encouragement. • Address student questions, focusing on areas of greatest difficulty. • Model and assist students with understanding and application of good study habits. • Generate excitement about key concepts and areas of study. • Assist with formulation of ideas for projects, reports, papers, etc. • Prepare, oversee and mark sample quizzes. • Review student projects, reports quizzes, etc. • Prepare learning materials, as necessary. • Refer student to proper support resources, as necessary. • Refer disciplinary issues to the appropriate authorities as necessary. • Collaborate with classroom teachers, parents, and school administration to address specific issues. • Act as a positive role model. • Respond to parent, teacher and student inquiries. • Prepare detailed reports as required. • Attend regular staff meetings. • Report evidence of child abuse, neglect, self-harm, substance abuse, etc. according to school policy.   Other duties as required, including going beyond the job description whenever necessary.