E-Tutor- Next Online (Part-Time, Temporary)

Zero Dropouts takes an innovative, non-traditional approach to learning and development of young adults grounded in the belief that all students have the ability to be successful in education and life. We are an educational social enterprise that partners WITH youth and communities in pursuit of equitable opportunities for all. We distinguish ourselves by being data and research oriented, goal focused, relationship based, and willing to dive into difficult areas to achieve exemplary results and redefine success.

Next GED Plus Online is an innovative program where education comes to life through the power of virtual reality (VR). Our cutting-edge approach is designed to engage students and foster a deep understanding of Math and Literacy skills, while also building content knowledge in Science and Social Studies, in an immersive and interactive environment.

The e-Tutor is a function of the Next Online team of Zero Dropouts. This position reports directly to the Director of Learning & Innovation and is based out of Denver, Colorado. The e-Tutor provides instructional and operational support in the following key areas:

Instruction

Progress Monitoring

Professional Development

Collaboration & Communication

Instruction

• Support students with personalized lessons by providing 1:1 virtual tutoring using approved platforms
• Plan lessons for tutoring based on their GED Ready Diagnostic Reports for Language Arts, Math, Science, and/or Social Studies
• Use educational technology tools and strategies that improve learner participation and outcomes
• Communicate regularly with students, families, district staff, and relevant ZD staff to support student engagement and participation efforts

Progress Monitoring

• Track and monitor student attendance, engagement, and assessment results in order to tailor instruction and interventions appropriately to meet student needs
• Utilize daily and weekly student engagement and participation data to provide interventions to students who would benefit from additional support
• Enter scores/grades in LMS and provide feedback to students on their progress in a timely manner
• Collect anecdotal data such as stories, artifacts, quotes and testimonials from students and their families to support reporting to internal and external stakeholders
• Maintain required documentation for October Count

Professional Development

• Attend professional development opportunities and engage in instructional coaching that promotes improved instructional strategies and supports
• Continually refine practices in response to new learning or research
• Collaborate with program staff to share best practices and implement consistent approaches across content areas
• Work within the ZD network to share best practices and provide support to fellow employees and programs

Collaboration

• Utilize all available communication platforms (Outlook, Teams, Trello, etc.) to engage with co-workers, students, and other stakeholders in a timely manner consistent with professional expectations.
• Meet regularly with the Next Online team to develop and maintain consistent practices across platforms, evaluate ed tech tools, analyze data, etc.
• Participate in ZD meetings, team-building experiences, and professional development activities as requested and appropriate to the position
• Develop district and community partnerships through participation in community events to support program improvements, student recruitment, postsecondary opportunities, extracurricular/enrichment experiences, service-learning projects, etc.
• Participate on Zero Dropouts Design Teams for product development as appropriate

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Teaching or tutoring experience in a secondary or adult educational setting
• Passionate and committed belief that youth can rise above seemingly insurmountable obstacles and return to school, complete high school, and enter and succeed at post-secondary education and employment
• Knowledge of ed tech tools and strategies so support online and blended learning
• Experience and comfort working with students from diverse backgrounds as well as their families and support networks as it relates to education
• Knowledge of the community college and career technical education systems and the transitioning of students from secondary to postsecondary opportunities
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal staff, students and external partners
• Demonstrate clear and appropriate boundaries with youth
• Expert technology and digital literacy skills for online educational settings

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of GED exam and curriculum
• Bachelor’s Degree

WORK SCHEDULE – This is a part-time position, anticipated at up to 20 hours/week, including evenings and weekends based on program participants’ availability. Paid hours will include 1:1 tutoring, team meetings, supervisor check-ins, and one hour of paid planning/data entry time per three hours of scheduled tutoring

SALARY- This is a non-exempt position with an hourly rate based upon qualifications, knowledge, and relevant experience. The range is $23.50-32.50/hour.

BENEFITS – Paid sick time, paid holidays at a part-time rate. Not PERA eligible.

HOW TO APPLY – Please send your cover letter, resume and list of 3 references (preferably at least 2 supervisors) via email to hr@zerodropouts.com. In cover letter, please include hours of availability- mornings, afternoons, evenings, days of the week- and subject areas that you are qualified to tutor- Language Arts, Math, Science, and/or Social Studies (U.S. History/ Government