Cornerstones is a nonprofit organization serving Northern Virginia that promotes self-sufficiency through support and advocacy for those in need of food, shelter, affordable housing, quality childcare, and other services. Part of this work includes the development and management of community-based afterschool programs. Cornerstones Afterschool is one such program based with sites in both Herndon and Reston providing academic support Monday to Thursday for 2nd to 12th graders. We are currently seeking tutors to provide individualized assistance to students, reinforcing key concepts while helping them complete homework assignments provided by their teachers.

Responsibilities:

Work one-on-one with specific students on homework and using enrichment activities to strengthen students understanding and mastery of academic material;

Support, guide, affirm, and provide positive examples for students through listening, assisting in problem solving and bringing out individual strengths and talents; and

Commit to 2 hours per week beginning March 6th to June 9th, 2023

Specific Needs (quantity needed in parentheses)

• 8th Grade Pre-Algebra (1)
• 8th Grade Algebra (1)
• 7th Grade Math (1)
• 7th Grade Honors Math (1)
• 5th and 6th Grade Math (3)
• 2nd to 4th Grade Reading (6)

Qualifications:

Genuine interest in working with and learning from children;

Flexible, open minded, patient, good listener, supportive;

At least 18 years old

No prior criminal record (as demonstrated through criminal background and reference checks).

Dates, Time, & Location:

Beginning Week of March 6th and ending week of 5th.

Herndon: The Herndon Neighborhood Resource Center

Reston: The Southgate Apartment Community Center, Reston, VA

Benefits:

Satisfaction of helping a young person grow and mature;

Making a difference in the life of a young person; and

$30/hour 2 hours per week

Work Environment:

This position is performed in a traditional office, emergency shelter, and in the community.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

I understand and agree to the duties and expectations of my role as outlined in this job description, Cornerstones Core Competencies and Values statement. This description is intended to describe the essential job functions and the essential requirements for the performance of this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities.