Job Summary

K-12th Grade Tutors provide high-dosage tutoring (1:1 to 1:4 student ratio) in under-resourced areas around Indianapolis in order to increase academic achievement. Tutors work on site in schools or community centers in teams of 2-4 staff members. Gain real world experience working directly with students using the latest curricula. Earn supplemental income while helping your community.

Company Overview

Listen to Our Future is a grassroots organization founded in June 2020, inspired by social justice movements and motivated by the effects of COVID-19 on the education system for students in under-resourced communities. Our founders, Lillian Barkes and Brandon Street created a BIPOC-led 501(c)(3) organization to educate youth and allow them to be change-makers in their community.

Schedule & Hours

Hours for this position vary based on scheduled programming and may fluctuate week to week. Listen to Our Future (LTOF) follows the academic school calendar, which means programming primarily occurs during the school year. As a result, hours are not guaranteed during school breaks or summer months unless specific programming is scheduled.

Location(s)

Listen to Our Future Learning Center (1518 E Washington St 46201)
Schools in & around Indianapolis metro area
Community Centers in & around Indianapolis metro area
Virtual meetings and/or workshops

Duties & Responsibilities

Facilitate tutoring sessions - Instruct K-8th grade students to improve academic performance, occupational skills, & prepare for academic exams in 30-60 minute sessions
Assess students’ progress & performance for comprehension
Assist Site Coordinator with set up and clean up of LTOF’s assigned area
Meet with team at beginning of shift to plan for the day & end of shift for data wrap up
Promote students’ learning productivity
Student behavior management
Attend and participate in training & development workshops/sessions
Communicate with supervisors regarding student needs, plans, & progress
Testing and assessing individual student needs & goals
Other tasks as assigned

Qualifications

Enrolled high school students are eligible to apply
High school diploma or equivalent (over 18 years old)
Reliable transportation
Must pass a fingerprinting background check
Access to a tech device (smartphone, tablet, or computer)
Experience working with K-12th grade youth (preferred, not required)

Skills

Ability to arrive on time & prepared
Ability to communicate via multiple platforms (phone, text, apps, etc.)
Willingness to pivot to last minute schedule changes
Working knowledge of Google Drive (preferred, not required)

Working Conditions

Schools & Community Centers located throughout the Indianapolis metro area
The Listen to Our Future Learning Center, located SW downtown (~5 mins from the Fountain Square area)
Virtual meetings and/or training workshops
Monthly All Staff Meeting
Regular team networking events
Supportive supervisors on site
Expect to commute!

Compensation & Benefits

$12-15/hr
Flexible scheduling - we work around your school schedule
Free 24/7 access to doctors & mental health counselors via telehealth
Real world career skills development
Staff community events
Professional development opportunities (workshops)
Career growth opportunities
Inclusive work culture
Gas reimbursement program

This offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Candidates may be rejected or terminated based on an unacceptable background check.

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