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Early Childhood Math Tutor (Browning, MT) $30/HR +Training Provided
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About WestEd:
As a community of over 1,400 researchers, practitioners, consultants, and administrative professionals from all backgrounds and life experiences, we are committed to making a qualitative difference in the lives of youth, children, and adults. We conduct and apply research, develop evidence-based solutions, and provide consulting services across the country in both rural and urban communities to improve equitable outcomes for individuals from infancy through adulthood. Serving as trusted partners in the areas of education, health, and justice, our teams enhance capacity within communities and school districts to prioritize impact — asking the right questions, customizing methodologies, developing relevant tools, and implementing best practices specific to a diverse range of stakeholder needs.
Furthering diversity, equity, and inclusion is core to who we are and how we work. We are committed to working with our clients to illuminate and address disparities, value and elevate diverse voices, and ensure equitable access to our resources and services. Read more about WestEd’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Come and join us!
SPECIAL NOTICE REGARDING THE WORK LOCATION OF THIS POSITION—Although WestEd provides the option of working at one of its facilities for employees, many roles allow employees to choose to work remotely for their own convenience. The decision to allow remote work at the employee's convenience is based on the requirements of the position or project in question.
Content Area Description
We are a group of 12 people who are committed to improving early mathematics education for all learners, especially those from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. We develop and research promising educational innovations. We believe in the importance of being nimble in order to provide the highest quality insights for clients and stakeholders. In fact, our project teams are often dynamic, which means that we can be working on a number of different project teams at any given time.
Core Focus Areas
This is a part-time (approximately 15-20 hours per week), temporary position. Roughly 75% of the position responsibilities will be devoted to tutoring, and the remaining 25% will be devoted to record-keeping and communication.
1. Mathematics Tutor
Deliver the early math curriculum to preschool children with high level of fidelity.
Work with pairs of preschool children to support their mathematics learning.
2. Team communication and data
Effectively communicate with team, keep detailed records of children’s math performance, and submit records in a timely fashion.
Position Overview
As an Early Childhood Mathematics Tutor, you will implement an effective early mathematics curriculum specially designed to provide enrichment in math to young children. The curriculum is part of a research project, funded by the U.S. Department of Education, designed to evaluate the effects of implementing tiered early math curricula on the development of children's mathematical knowledge prior to kindergarten entry. The project's primary objective is to expand young children's opportunities to learn math, thereby equipping families and early childhood educators with the tools to better prepare children for elementary school. Serving as a core member of the implementation team, the Early Childhood Mathematics Tutor will be responsible for teaching math activities to pairs of children five days a week in public preschool programs. Upon hire, tutors will participate in trainings to learn to deliver the early math curriculum with a high level of fidelity, and then they will implement it with pairs of participating children during the 2024-2025 year. The early math curriculum and all materials required to deliver the intervention will be provided. Finally, tutors will be asked to maintain detailed records of the children's math performance over the course of the school year.
Qualifications
To help us make a positive impact on learners from diverse racial, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds, we’ll need someone who has:
The availability to work an average of 15-20 hours per week throughout the 2024-2025 school year. Successful candidates should be able to attend training workshops scheduled for late July to August 2024.
An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in education, child development, psychology, or any field that provides experience to perform the responsibilities outlined above. A Multiple-Subject Credential with BCLAD or Early Childhood Credential, or individuals working toward these credentials, preferred.
Other Skills
All tutoring duties will be carried out onsite at designated participating preschools.
Professionalism to establish partnerships with school staff, teachers, children, and parents.
Prior experience teaching children at the preschool or early elementary level is strongly desired.
Applicants must be available to work a set schedule that may include mornings and/or early afternoons, Monday through Friday. The average time will be about 3-4 hours per day and will follow a set schedule.
Valid driver's license, insurance, and access to a personal vehicle for transportation to multiple school sites.
Proof of a negative TB test will be required upon hire.
Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Successful candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.
WestEd conducts a criminal background check and education verification for all new hires. Any offers of employment will be contingent on receiving a clear background check in accordance with applicable law.
SALARY: $30/Hour+ Mileage Reimbursement
Committed to the diversity of race, ethnicities, perspectives, and opportunities, WestEd offers a variety of social and professional learning communities, such as Employee Resource groups, the Data Intelligence, Insights, and Innovation PLC, and the WestEd Parent Community, just to name a few. We hope you’ll consider joining us to build better schools, communities, learning pathways, and more! WestEd is a Drug Free Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace. #LI-Montana #LI-Browning
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/WES1032WSTE/JobBoard/e5cebb97-720c-4bb5-8a63-deffd14ff13a/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=59651318-d428-4d64-9ac8-6fdb64d9ba40
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