Tutors

Tutoring Opportunities

The following opportunities are available to tutors after completing initial tutor training.

First Steps - ABE Orientation (Adult Basic Education)
  - A four-session class of 1.5 hours each held 4-5 times per year. Curriculum is already
    developed for this class. Student assessment and intake is conducted at the fourth session.

ESL Orientation – (English as a Second Language)
  - A three-session class of 1.5 hours each held 4-5 times per year. Curriculum is already
    developed for this class. Student assessment and intake is conducted at the third session.
    Arrangements are made for interpreters as necessary.

Computer Class I and II
  - Computer I – beginner class. An eight-session class of 1.5 hours each held 2-3 times per
    year. Curriculum is already developed for this class.
  - Computer II – intermediate class. An eight-session class of 2 hours each held 2-3 times per
    year. Curriculum is already developed for this class.
  - Computer III is in development.

ABE and ESL Assessors – requires some additional training
  - Assessors are needed to conduct student intake interviews and assessments using
    standardized testing instruments. These activities are coordinated with the ABE and ESL
    student orientation sessions.

Job Application Class I and II
  - Level 1 – An eight-session class of 1.5 hours each. Curriculum is already developed
    for this class.
  - Level II – A five-session class of 1.5 hours each. Curriculum is already developed
    for this class.

Wilson Language System (ABE) - requires some additional training
  - 12-week cycles using the Wilson Language System. This system is very structured and
    was developed for persons with learning difficulties.

ABE Low and High Beginning Small Groups
  - 12-week cycles using the Voyager series with Reading for Today and Focus on Phonics
    as supplements.

ABE Low and High Intermediate Small Groups
  - 12-week cycles using the Voyager series with Reading Wise and additional outside reading
    as supplements.

ESL Literacy, Low, and High Beginning Small Groups
  - 12-week cycles using the LifePrints series with the Oxford Picture Dictionary and other
    material as supplements.

ESL Low and High Intermediate Small Groups
  - 12-week cycles using the LifePrints series with other material as supplements.

Literacy Volunteers - Pitt County Basic Literacy/ESL Tutor

Job Description

1. Attain tutor certification by completing required Tutor Training Workshop.

2. Meet with your adult learner(s) a minimum of once weekly, for 1½ hours each session

3. Carefully prepare lessons designed specifically for the needs and goals of your learner(s),
    concentrating lessons on reading, writing, communication and comprehension skills, and
    other life skills as needed.

4. Keep records of your learners’ progress, dates and hours taught, goals reached, etc. for
    required quarterly progress reports.

5. Attend a minimum of one continuing education In-Service per year.

7. Maintain a positive attitude of support and praise for your learner(s), involving him/her in
    decisions about the learning process and helping to build his/her confidence.

8. Continue to evaluate your learners’ progress, selecting new materials appropriate for
    reaching changing goals.