Job Training and Education Job Training Tutor (Skagit)

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Position Description: Provide one-on-one and/or small group academic support to students in a variety
of subjects (ESOL, reading & writing, computers, math, retail & customer service and more) as a
supplement to classroom instruction. Tutoring sessions will occur outside of class time at a specified
location within a Job Training & Education Center. Assist students with assigned coursework to increase
student’s comprehension.

Primary Responsibilities:
 Provide guidance and academic support to individuals or small groups
 Preparatory work before tutoring sessions: identifying current lessons from instructors and
creating examples/activities (role playing, practice exercises, reading materials, etc.) based on
lesson plan
 Walk through classroom activities and homework in various subjects
 Provide a wide array of examples, depending on the student’s learning style
 Other activities as needed
Reports to: Supervisor determined during interview process

Role Requirements & Abilities:
 Interest in working in basic education focused on adult learners; previous experience teaching
or tutoring valued but not required
 Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic
backgrounds, or an interest in learning about it
 Ability to flex communication style to multiple cultural environments
 Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and ability to present to diverse audiences,
specifically racially, ethnically, and socioeconomically diverse communities
 A solid understanding of, or interest in learning about, cultural humility and cultural
responsiveness
 Reliable, punctual and consistent.
 Patient, understanding, and caring.
 Strong listening skills

Time Commitment: Schedules vary by center. Regular business hours during weekdays. Six month to
one-year commitment requested.

Essential Physical Abilities:
Updated: September 2019
 Able to safely lift/push/pull up to 10 lbs., grasp, handle, finger and manipulate items; perform
repetitive fine motor functions with fingers, wrists and arms. Able to traverse a wide variety of
physical environments without assistance including uneven surfaces and stairs. Able to
communicate with others effectively, verbally and in writing; including those who have limited
English skills, large groups and small groups and individuals. Able to use standard office
equipment without assistance.

Working Environment/Conditions:
Classroom setting, office setting; moderate noise level.

*Responsibilities and role requirements may vary depending on the needs of each student and group.
Seattle Goodwill Job Training & Education Tutor volunteers do not have access to confidential or critical
files.