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Phoenix Union High School District No. 210

4502 North Central Avenue

Phoenix, Arizona 85012

Equal Opportunity Employer

POSITION TITLE : AVID Instructional Assistant DIVISION : Curriculum WORK YEAR : Temporary / 9 month DEPARTMENT : General Elective LOCATION : Schools SALARY SCHEDULE : Temporary / Support Services

DEFINITION :

Under the leadership of the site AVID Coordinator and administrator, the AVID Instructional Assistant performs instruction related services; works directly with students and AVID elective teachers. Performs job related duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Determine the focus of and conduct tutorial sessions that underscore the principle of collaborative learning and the practice of students teaching other students through discussion of class and text notes.
• Work with students in any phase of the writing process, such as brainstorming, clustering, read arounds, revision, and editing.
• Guide students with strategies to shoulder the responsibility for their own active learning that they will become accustomed to using independently.
• Reinforce the idea that learning extends far beyond mere studying to form the basis for long term accomplishments.
• Maintain familiarity with students’ textbooks and materials and AVID classroom resources so to assist with teaching students study skills and other aspects of college preparation.
• Evaluate student binders, including calendars, class and textbook notes, and learning logs.
• Acknowledge the individuality of all AVID students and work to develop their academic and personal pride.
• Assist the AVID coordinator as requested, such as contacting teachers regarding course outlines and assignment schedules, helping with field trips, contacting parents, etc.
• Assist in developing a resource file of enrichment materials for use in tutorial sessions.
• Communicate regularly with the AVID coordinator / teacher regarding student progress, tutorial plans, and areas of concern.

QUALIFICATIONS :

SUPERVISION RECEIVED :

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SUPERVISION GIVEN : None