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4 people are interested
College Success Academy Tutor - Brighton/East Boston
ORGANIZATION: STEPPINGSTONE FOUNDATION INC
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4 people are interested
Position Overview
The College Success Academy, through rigorous college-prep programming, seeks to advance Boston Public School students’ academic achievement, socio-emotional competency and college awareness, toward the overarching goal of college graduation. Volunteer tutors at the College Success Academy support a positive climate, teach social-emotional skills, and work alongside professional teachers to provide individual attention to Middle School Scholars. They help Scholars complete homework, facilitate educational games and activities, supervise - and play! - during snack and recess, and assist with other daily logistical tasks; individuals may also ride home on the bus with Scholars.
Schedule and Location
After-school sessions run Tuesdays and Thursdays:
- Edison K-8 School, Brighton: 2:00 - 6:00 p.m.
- McKay K-8 School, East Boston: 2:00 - 6:00 p.m.
In addition, there will be approximately 2 tutor meetings outside of these hours in the Fall, and 3 in the Spring. All volunteer tutors are expected to commit to at least two days each week at one of the above locations. Exceptions can be made for those who demonstrate a strong interest and passion for working with middle school students. We are looking for volunteers to commit to tutor from mid-September 2016 through late May 2017. There are also opportunities to volunteer for one semester, either from September-December or January-May.
Responsibilities and Expectations
- Attend tutor orientation, monthly meetings, and follow-up workshops as required
- Arrive promptly and attend scheduled tutoring commitments consistently. If an absence is anticipated, inform site coordinators in advance
- Assist with set-up of program materials
- Assist in the supervision of arrival, dismissal, snack, and recreational periods
- Monitor and provide academic support for Scholars in study hall and CSA courses; help answer Scholars’ questions as they work through homework and class materials/projects
- Support individual Scholars’ academic needs as assigned
- Communicate Scholars’ academic progress to CSA staff and faculty
- Hold Scholars accountable to CSA rules and expectations by utilizing classroom management techniques and the CSA behavior system
- Maintain confidentiality at all times
Qualifications
- Demonstrated commitment to educational equity and college access
- Strong desire to improve educational opportunities for underserved students
- Excellent cross-cultural sensitivity and experience working with diverse populations
- Eagerness to work with middle school students and ability to support and challenge students academically
- Tutoring experience, preferably at the middle school level (grades 5-8)
More opportunities with STEPPINGSTONE FOUNDATION INC
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About STEPPINGSTONE FOUNDATION INC
Location:
1 APPLETON ST FL 4, BOSTON, MA 02116, US
Mission Statement
Founded in 1990, The Steppingstone Foundation is a non-profit organization that develops and implements programs which prepare underserved students for educational opportunities that lead to college success. Base don the premise that, regardless of circumstance, children can achieve at high levels academically if given the proper preparation and support, Steppingstone programs emphasize rigorous standards and achieve meaningful results.
Description
The Steppingstone Foundation runs two academic preparation programs in Boston: The Steppingstone Academy (TSA) and the College Success Academy (CSA.)
The Steppingstone Academy prepares underserved middle-grade students for admission to, and success at, top independent, Catholic, and public exam schools through 14 months of rigorous academic preparation. Each year, The Steppingstone Academy serves nearly 1,000 Scholars in grades 5 through 12, as well as hundreds of Scholars in college.
The College Success Academy, which welcomed its pilot class in July 2011, provides after-school and summer academic programming to students attending four Boston public K-8 schools: the Donald McKay, the Jackson/Mann, the Edison, and the Gardner Pilot Academy. Scholars participate in a program of academic preparation, modeled after The Steppingstone Academy, which spans two academic years and three summers. In 7th and 8th grade, Scholars work with their Advisors and attend regular workshops and enrichment activities to ensure they stay on course for college. They also receive guidance in selecting the Boston public high schools that are right for them.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Edison K-8 School60 Glenmont RoadBrighton, MA 02135
DATE POSTED
August 19, 2016
SKILLS
- Child Development
- Literacy / Reading
- Math / Science Instruction
- Relationship Building
- Youth Services
- Tutoring
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 4-8 hours/week
- 1 90-minute training every month