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Posted : Monday, December 18, 2023 07:51 PM
Description:
Achievement Connections is an AmeriCorps program that creates five math tutoring centers at local high schools.
Supervised by school staff and supported by a team of AmeriCorps members and volunteers, these tutoring centers provide one-on-one support to a diverse set of students struggling in Algebra 1 and Geometry.
Together with our partners, we aim to help students graduate at the same rate regardless of their race or socioeconomic status, and in doing so, help close opportunity gaps to make Dane County a better place to live.
The Math Tutor is an AmeriCorps member who provides relationship-based, individualized, one-on-one support to students struggling in Algebra or Geometry.
Located at one of our five schools and supervised by MMSD staff, this collaborative, team-based position serves students during the school day and immediately after, working with students for at least a semester if not a full year.
AmeriCorps Member Responsibilities: Support diverse students in a fun and professional manner that encourages their attendance, engagement, and long-term investment in their math learning.
Learn and employ best practices to work with youth from diverse racial/cultural populations.
Support students’ success in their math course, helping with homework and test preparation.
Use software to develop individualized foundational skills worksheets to use on a regular basis.
Coach students in organizational and academic skills to promote independent learning.
Track and evaluate student progress through session logs and check-ins.
Work closely with teachers to ensure that tutoring services align with classroom curriculum.
Participate in content creation for program materials and volunteer resources as needed.
Attend and complete all AmeriCorps training and service requirements including orientation, training, team meetings, and National Service days.
Wear approved AmeriCorps gear while performing AmeriCorps service activities or attending official events.
Requirements: Minimum Qualifications: 18 years of age or older at beginning of service term.
U.
S.
citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident.
High School Diploma or Equivalent.
Enjoy working with adults and youth.
Able to successfully pass a criminal history background check.
Regular and reliable attendance.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience with math, education, youth development, or related field.
Comfortable and proficient in math, in particular Algebra 1 and Geometry.
Strong time management skills and the ability to balance multiple tasks.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Strong interpersonal communication skills.
Strong commitment to working with youth and families from diverse racial/cultural populations.
Computer proficiency including Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Internet navigation.
Somewhat flexible schedule including rare evening and weekend hours.
Benefits: Up to $12,388 Living Allowance Up to $2,474.
27 Education Award Student Loan Interest Repayment Mileage Reimbursement Up to 20% of hours dedicated to training and professional development Service Hours: 8:00am – 4:30pm, M-F Service Starts: 01/08/2024 Ends By: 6/7/2024 Flexible Schedules from 18 to 36 hours per weeks Benefits start at 30 hours per week Our Values Equity We speak openly about the opportunity gaps in our community.
We provide opportunities and spaces for dedicated community members to learn about and act against inequities where they live.
Growth and Learning We educate ourselves to become more effective, engaged members of society.
We are committed to learning and exploring our potential, as we are all works in progress.
We cultivate a growth-centered environment where we reflect thoughtfully on our experiences.
Connectedness We root ourselves in the Dane County community and strive to understand the context of those we serve and partner with.
We create an environment of well-being by showing up for each other.
We bring people from all walks of life together around common purposes.
Professional Development We see our AmeriCorps members as future educators, ethical leaders, and nonprofit professionals.
We work hard to make AmeriCorps service a positive learning experience.
Trainings are held regularly to help AmeriCorps members share best practices, learn from each other, develop leadership skills, and gain insight into nonprofits and education.
We respond to our AmeriCorps team’s wants and needs to enable their development.
We regularly hire successful AmeriCorps members to lead our tutoring centers, and actively support their efforts to pursue their educational and professional goals when their service year ends.
Supervised by school staff and supported by a team of AmeriCorps members and volunteers, these tutoring centers provide one-on-one support to a diverse set of students struggling in Algebra 1 and Geometry.
Together with our partners, we aim to help students graduate at the same rate regardless of their race or socioeconomic status, and in doing so, help close opportunity gaps to make Dane County a better place to live.
The Math Tutor is an AmeriCorps member who provides relationship-based, individualized, one-on-one support to students struggling in Algebra or Geometry.
Located at one of our five schools and supervised by MMSD staff, this collaborative, team-based position serves students during the school day and immediately after, working with students for at least a semester if not a full year.
AmeriCorps Member Responsibilities: Support diverse students in a fun and professional manner that encourages their attendance, engagement, and long-term investment in their math learning.
Learn and employ best practices to work with youth from diverse racial/cultural populations.
Support students’ success in their math course, helping with homework and test preparation.
Use software to develop individualized foundational skills worksheets to use on a regular basis.
Coach students in organizational and academic skills to promote independent learning.
Track and evaluate student progress through session logs and check-ins.
Work closely with teachers to ensure that tutoring services align with classroom curriculum.
Participate in content creation for program materials and volunteer resources as needed.
Attend and complete all AmeriCorps training and service requirements including orientation, training, team meetings, and National Service days.
Wear approved AmeriCorps gear while performing AmeriCorps service activities or attending official events.
Requirements: Minimum Qualifications: 18 years of age or older at beginning of service term.
U.
S.
citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident.
High School Diploma or Equivalent.
Enjoy working with adults and youth.
Able to successfully pass a criminal history background check.
Regular and reliable attendance.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience with math, education, youth development, or related field.
Comfortable and proficient in math, in particular Algebra 1 and Geometry.
Strong time management skills and the ability to balance multiple tasks.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Strong interpersonal communication skills.
Strong commitment to working with youth and families from diverse racial/cultural populations.
Computer proficiency including Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Internet navigation.
Somewhat flexible schedule including rare evening and weekend hours.
Benefits: Up to $12,388 Living Allowance Up to $2,474.
27 Education Award Student Loan Interest Repayment Mileage Reimbursement Up to 20% of hours dedicated to training and professional development Service Hours: 8:00am – 4:30pm, M-F Service Starts: 01/08/2024 Ends By: 6/7/2024 Flexible Schedules from 18 to 36 hours per weeks Benefits start at 30 hours per week Our Values Equity We speak openly about the opportunity gaps in our community.
We provide opportunities and spaces for dedicated community members to learn about and act against inequities where they live.
Growth and Learning We educate ourselves to become more effective, engaged members of society.
We are committed to learning and exploring our potential, as we are all works in progress.
We cultivate a growth-centered environment where we reflect thoughtfully on our experiences.
Connectedness We root ourselves in the Dane County community and strive to understand the context of those we serve and partner with.
We create an environment of well-being by showing up for each other.
We bring people from all walks of life together around common purposes.
Professional Development We see our AmeriCorps members as future educators, ethical leaders, and nonprofit professionals.
We work hard to make AmeriCorps service a positive learning experience.
Trainings are held regularly to help AmeriCorps members share best practices, learn from each other, develop leadership skills, and gain insight into nonprofits and education.
We respond to our AmeriCorps team’s wants and needs to enable their development.
We regularly hire successful AmeriCorps members to lead our tutoring centers, and actively support their efforts to pursue their educational and professional goals when their service year ends.
• Phone : NA
• Location : Madison, WI
• Post ID: 9002973573
