Travis County Sheriff S Office

TRAVIS COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE Travis County Correctional Complex 3614 Bill Price Road Del Valle, TX 78617

Volunteer Position Volunteer Math Tutor Section Counseling and Education Services Location Travis County Correctional Complex, Health Services Building (HSB)

Ms. Jan Henry, Social Service Coordinator Reports to Phone: 512-854-4180 ext.# 35820 Email: [email protected]

GENERAL DESCRIPTION Reinforces the GED Instructor’s daily lessons by helping students with their math skills and assist them with their homework. The tutor may use a variety of methods such as: 1. Drills in addition, subtraction, multiplication, division 2. Works with students on the board 3. Math games 4. Imagination

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Two or more years experience within a profession that uses arithmetic, algebra, and geometry. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS  High school diploma or GED.  Bachelor’s Degree would be helpful.  Understanding of the practical applications of mathematics in work and life.

COMMITMENT REQUIREMENTS 1-2 Hours per week for at least 6 weeks and then the volunteer renews his/her commitment for another 6 weeks.