Temp Aide - Tutor
Wichita Public SchoolsUnited States
Posted January 15, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Wichita Public Schools, the largest district in Kansas, serves nearly 50,000 students across elementary and secondary grades, representing 11% of the state’s public school population and more than half of Sedgwick County’s school-aged children. The district’s mission is to equip every student with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed for college, career, and life success through an innovative, rigorous curriculum and a culture of continuous improvement. With over 4,100 teachers, 3,400 support staff, and 226 administrators, USD 259 is a major employer in the region and a dynamic workplace for educators and administrators alike. The district’s commitment to student readiness, community partnership, and professional development distinguishes it as a leader in public education. Interested professionals can explore career opportunities at www.usd259.org.
Job Description
Tutors assist students in achieving their full potential by facilitating collaborative tutorial groups and using Socratic questioning and collaborative learning techniques.
Requirements
- Conducts tutorial sessions that underscore the principle of collaborative learning
- Determines concepts that need to be the focus of tutorial sessions
- Allows students to shoulder responsibility for their own active learning
- Reinforces the idea that learning extends far beyond mere studying
- Assists students in any subject area
- Evaluates student binders
- Assists in teaching study skills and other aspects of college preparation
- Takes responsibility for the tone and atmosphere of the classroom
- Communicates regularly with coordinator/teaching regarding student progress
- Conducts mini-lessons in the process of writing in all subject areas