Tutor - UC

*The LaSalle School is seeking a Tutor (Full-Time, 40/hours per week, non-exempt/hourly).
* *Our ideal candidate is* energetic Tutor with knowledge of and experience with educating and instructing youth with ESL and special education needs.
Strong computer skills: organizational and time management skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, efficient documentation and record keeping skills, able to work effectively and collaboratively within a highly diverse multidisciplinary team of service providers and referral agencies; knowledge of all relevant current, and emerging, regulatory requirements (e.
g.
, ORR, etc.
) *GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:* To provide educational services based on the child's level of development, education, and communication skills.
Tutor will structure curriculum primarily on the development of basic academic competencies and secondarily on English Language Training.
*ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:* * Conduct educational assessments in order to determine the academic level of the UC and any needs the child may have.
* Work a minimum of 5 designated classes as assigned, one preparation period and one administrative period for assignment.
Participate in content-area department meetings and faculty meetings.
* Supervise or participate in non-instructional activities, such as, but not limited to after school tutoring, homeroom duty or morning supervision duty, meetings, Professional Development programs, and the Open House event.
* Prepare required paperwork; meeting timelines and producing highly professional reports Follow guidelines in the employee handbook and program manual.
* Develop and update knowledge and skills on an ongoing basis in ENL education and special education instruction.
* Plan appropriate daily lessons and classroom activities to meet the NYSED and ORR Standards and to accommodate each child's learning styles to meet their needs and assess their progress.
* Communicate information about student’s educational development to identified staff.
* Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
*EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:* Required: * Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field.
* One plus year's related experience as an educate or instructor for youth with ESL and/or special education needs.
Preferred: * Master's Degree in Education or other related field.
* NYS Teacher Certification (Permanent/Professional) * Knowledge of NYS Common Core Curricula.
* Bilingual in English and Spanish or basic Knowledge of English and Spanish language and writing, ability to learn and become bilingual.
(Training will be provided).
* Case Management experience within the Child Welfare system.
*About the Agency:* The LaSalle School is a highly regarded, and nationally accredited provider of therapeutic, educational and supportive services designed to accomplish positive, personal growth and lasting change in the lives of youth and families in need.
With over a third of our staff employed 10 + years with the agency, many of our employees find this work to be extremely fulfilling and choose to make this a lifelong career.
Here at LaSalle, we take pride in our people who share our commitment to the core values of integrity, mutual respect, fairness, and communication.
LaSalle School offers competitive compensation and benefits, excellent learning, and development opportunities.
*Wage & Benefits:* *Hourly Wage: $16.
83-$21.
64* *Paid Time Off:* * Start at 10 days off for vacation, 13 paid holidays a year, 3 personal days, 12 sick days per year and other leave time available dependent on the circumstances.
*Benefits & Perks:* * Health/Medical Insurance - *Single (LaSalle covers 100% of cost) */ 2-person/family (LaSalle covers 50% of coverage) * Dental Insurance - *Single (LaSalle covers 100% of cost)* / 2-person/family (LaSalle covers 50% of cost) * Life Insurance - *LaSalle covers 100% of cost at $50,000*.
Additional coverage can be purchased by employee at cost to employee.
* Flexible Spending and Cafeteria Plans - Employee covers 100% of cost * Vision Insurance - Employee covers 100% of cost * Short Term Disability - Employee covers 100% of cost * Cancer Care and Accident Care plans - Employee covers 100% of cost * Retirement: *LaSalle covers 100% of contribution to Pension*, 403b option available to staff - 100% contribution is employee responsibility * *Tuition Reimbursement/Educational Loan Assistance Program* * *Federal Loan Forgiveness Programs* - As a non-profit organization, LaSalle School qualifies as an organization to _help college debt forgiven over the course of a set number of years_--federal requirements must be meet by employee.
* *During the first three to six months of employment, LaSalle will ensure that you have the necessary training, which is 100% covered by LaSalle; to be successful in the new position.
* * Employee Assistance Program (Capital EAP) * In partnership with the _*College of St.
Rose*_; use of Health Center: Pool, Gym, Fitness/Workout Room(s) and The Neil Hellman Library at no charge.
Conveniently each are directly across the street from the organization.
* Join us for *Breakfast, Lunch, or Dinner in the cafeteria at no cost to the employee during your shift/breaks at LaSalle*.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $16.
83 - $21.
64 per hour Expected hours: No less than 40 per week Benefits: * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Retirement plan * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Schedule: * Monday to Friday Education: * Bachelor's (Required) Work Location: In person