La Joya ISD is hiring: Part-Time Texas ACE Enrichment Assistant/Tutor in La Joya

Overview

Job Title: Part-Time Texas ACE Enrichment Assistant/Tutor

Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: TX ACE Site Coordinator/Director/Principal

Pay Grade: (Part-time Grant)

Details

Dept./School: Elementary

Initiated Date: October 9, 2018 Revised Date: August 7, 2025

District Primary Purpose: To assist and promote La Joya ISD in implementing a rigorous curriculum/instructional program that supports student success and achievement.

Department Primary Purpose: To provide Elementary students with academic assistance in academic areas where improvement is needed. To provide enrichment activities for Elementary students to positively impact their social and emotional well-being.

Qualifications: Required - High School Graduate/GED

Preferred: College level student/College graduate

Responsibilities

1. Under direct supervision of the Texas ACE Site Coordinator/teacher, tutor will perform the following tasks: Provide supervision of students during the after-school program.
2. Determine from student notes and discussions, the concepts that need to be taught or retaught (homework assistance).
3. Become familiar with the materials for which tutoring services/enrichment activities are to be provided.
4. Conduct tutorials sessions in all necessary subject areas.
5. Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning within the limits of the resources provided by the district.
6. Encourage students to set and maintain standards for classroom behavior.
7. Set an example of personal excellence and high expectations for ACE students to follow.
8. Work with students in any phase of the writing process, such as brainstorming, clustering, revision, and editing.
9. Communicate frequently and honestly with the ACE coordinator/teacher regarding student progress and areas of concern.
10. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individual or student groups involved.
11. Facilitate planned enrichment and/or recreational activities to a group of students.
12. Provide enrichment and recreation leadership for ACE program students.
13. Foster students' self-esteem and motivation through positive interaction.
14. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
15. Establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with students and families based on trust, understanding and respect for the communities in which they identify.
16. Assist in formulating, upholding, and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policy.

Working Hours

POSITION WORKING DAYS: Maximum 20 hrs. Weekly

Application

All applications must be submitted online for professional and clerical positions to the La Joya I.S.D. Office of Human Resources Department. (www.lajoyaisd.com)

Note: This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. I have read and fully understand the duties and responsibilities this position is to provide to my campus/department.