INTERIM Academic Tutorial Teacher

Westford Academy is seeking an INTERIM Academic Tutorial Teacher.

Academic Tutorial is designed to provide students with additional support in the areas of organization, time management, classroom skills, and effective study habits. The purpose of this course is to help students develop and maximize the skills they need to meet the demands in their other courses. Developing effective study skills will help prepare students to successfully meet the challenges they will face at Westford Academy, in post-secondary education, and in a future career. It is expected that students will use the skills developed in this course to become more independent learners.

Academic Tutorial Teachers:

Guide the learning process toward the achievement of district and school curriculum goals Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects and communicate these objectives to students Plan instruction based upon what students should know and be able to do to meet the curriculum standards in their classes Provide learning experiences that develop students' abilities to apply the skills and learning objectives of the course; by employing a variety of instructional strategies that consider student learning styles and performance levels Organize instruction around essential questions or core learning objectives; teach for understanding and/or mastery; provide students with practice and extension opportunities as needed Assess student learning on a regular basis using multiple forms of assessment; provide reports of student progress as needed Use assessment data, teacher reports and observations to inform instruction Collaborate with teachers’ of the students in your class Create a classroom learning environment that is engaging, orderly, secure and appealing for students and in which mutual respect is shown Carry out the school's disciplinary code and procedures in a fair and just manner Communicate student progress and development to the students and parents Model learning and behavior consistent with the expectations for students Attend staff or team meetings and serve on staff committees as necessary

Requirements

Meets all state licensure standards for MA teachers. A combination of degree, certification and/or related qualification will be considered. Strong interpersonal skills Strong organizational skills Strong technological skills: specifically Google Suites Work independently to meet the needs of students and collaboratively with other team members. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Perform other duties as assigned.