Canton Public Schools is looking for part-time math tutors to work with Grade 1-5 elementary students in need of math intervention. The tutor schedule is anticipated to be 4 days/week totaling between 16-19.5 total hours per week beginning in late September through early June.

 

Preferred candidates will have familiarity with delivering targeted small group instruction based on current assessment data. Tutors plan for small group instruction using district provided high quality materials.  Tutors will be required to keep notes on student progress and will participate in writing brief progress reports for students on their caseload.

 

Tutors will work collaboratively with classroom teachers, math specialists, principals, and the PreK-5 STEM Coordinator.

 

We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the position.  We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described below.

 

Qualified candidates will:

• Demonstrate an unwavering commitment to educational equity and instructional excellence
• Provide a safe, inclusive, and welcoming learning environment for all learners
• Create lesson plans, aligned with current state and district standards, which drive instruction through formative assessment and differentiation  
• Provide consistent, immediate feedback on student learning and ask analytical questions that elicit students' responses that incorporate prior knowledge, life experience and interests that are directly related to the content objective
• Collaborate with colleagues and administration in analyzing data in order to positively impact student learning
• Communicate effectively with students, families, colleagues, and administrators
• Possess a growth mindset and openness to different approaches to learning
• Bring enthusiasm and excitement to learning math 
• Possess effective communication skills
• Deliver small group instruction

Additional Requirements:

• MA Elementary Certification preferred
• SEI Endorsement preferred
• Familiarity with RTI
• Experience using research-based math programs
• Familiarity with the Massachusetts Math Curriculum Frameworks
• Familiarity with Standards for Math Practices and the math workshop model

 

Hourly rate: starting at $32.50

 

Canton Public Schools strive to develop students who are competent and creative thinkers, curious and confident learners, and compassionate citizens.