SALT Educational Co-op Tutor Guidelines

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1 Tutor Guidelines SALT s Purpose SALT exists for the primary purpose of coming together to enrich the education of our children and providing Christian fellowship with other homeschoolers. The co-op is not designed to take the place of the parents educating their children at home, but to bring together the strengths as mothers, fathers, and tutors in the overall education of our children. Administrative Fee Policy Tutors with SALT Educational Co-op agree to pay 10% (indoor class) or 5% (outdoor/no assigned classroom) of your total income back to SALT as an administrative/scholarship fee. For example: If you have a class of 5 students paying $20.00 monthly tuition for a total income of $100.00, then you would pay SALT a fee of $10.00 (indoor classroom), or $5.00 (outdoors). You must pay this fee for any student in your class except your own children or a child you are scholarshipping (this does not include the students that receive scholarships from SALT). This fee must be paid on barters also. It is collected each session, the week after tuition is due. This money is used for operating expenses and assisting families in need. Please do not accept payment from or discuss payment with any student. SALT is responsible for collecting tuition monies. As soon as you collect your tuition payments, you are responsible for ing Jenny Schaefer to let her know if you are missing any payments. Jenny will then follow up with the families that did not remit payment. It is extremely important that we are notified immediately if you do not receive your tuition on time or if you have any checks that bounce. * Tutors are responsible for thoroughly reading and abiding by the SALT Dress Code guidelines, as outlined in our handbook, while on campus. This includes the covering of tattoos and removal of piercings (other than earlobes). * Tutors are expected to attend our Tutor Introduction Night. This is an opportunity for families to greet tutors, look over class materials, ask questions, and determine whether the class is a good fit for their student. * We strongly encourage tutors to be present during May registration. Please make copies of any materials (flyer, syllabus, hand-out, etc.) that you would like distributed during registration. * Tutors are required to attend our Tutor Orientation Dinner in August. * Tutors with students in SALT are expected to follow the parent guidelines, which includes a service time. * Tutors are expected to be on time for class. * Tutors are expected to leave the classroom clean and ready for the next tutor s use.

2 Junior High/High School Tutor Responsibilities * Tutors must be familiar with and adhere to SALT s Academic Policy as outlined in our handbook: When a student s grade falls below a 70, they will be placed on academic probation. The parent will be notified by the tutor when the student is placed on probation. The parent and student will have four weeks to bring the grade above 70. If they do so, then the student has fulfilled his/her requirement and is removed from probation. However, it the student fails to bring their grade above 70 during this four week period, they will be removed from the class, and parents will pay applicable drop fees. This policy insures that the parent stays involved in their child s academic progress and remains aware of the grades they are receiving. It allows the student to take responsibility for his/her work and to develop a strong work ethic. * Tutors are responsible for posting grades to Engrade once per week. * Tutors are expected to be easily accessible to parents. This includes returning s, texts, or phone calls in a timely manner. * Tutors are responsible for communicating with parents, especially if a student s grade falls below 70. * Should the tutor need to meet with a parent regarding an issue, the tutor agrees to let the front desk know so that the Parent/Tutor/Student Liaison or a staff member will be included in the meeting.

3 Class Application Form Please fill out one form per class. Tutor Name: Phone: Name of Class: Grade Level: Material Fee: Tuition: Minimum # of Students: Maximum # of Students: Will this class count for a high school credit? Y or N Which type? Day Preference: Tuesday Thursday Either Both Is there a prerequisite? If yes, describe: Please indicate how firmly you would like the grade range to be enforced: (It is SALT s policy to allow a student to go up or down one grade level.) Will you need childcare during your teaching hours? Child(ren) s name(s) and age(s): Special Requests or Comments: Each class syllabus must be received by July 15. Materials fee checks will not be released until the syllabus is on file. Please a CLASS DESCRIPTION, using the attached format, to salt.homeschooldfw@gmail.com. Also include a copy with this application.

4 Tutor Information Form Tutor Name: Spouse: Address: Primary Phone: Alternate Phone: Child(ren) s Name(s) and Age(s): Will your child(ren) attend SALT? Will you need childcare during your teaching hours? Do you currently homeschool your child(ren)? For how long? Church Affiliation: Character Reference Name and Phone: Academic Reference Name and Phone: How did you hear about SALT? All tutors must have a qualified, SALT approved substitute for emergencies and/or planned absences. High school tutors must ensure that their substitutes are adequately qualified to teach the subject matter; if no appropriate substitute is available, the class must be cancelled in the tutor s absence, and the parents must be refunded their tuition for that period. Name: Phone: Name: Phone:

5 Vision Statement Recognizing we are the SALT of the earth to a dying world, we as parents and tutors will provide a teaching environment for our children allowing them to excel academically. We will combine our wisdom, influence each other spiritually, and hold one another accountable to God s standards for life. I have completely read and agree with the Vision Statement for SALT. Tutor Signature: Date: * We believe in God. Statement of Faith * We believe He is the same God of the Old Testament Scriptures, the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. * We believe there is only one living and true God. He is an intelligent, spiritual, and personal Being, the Creator, Redeemer, Preserver, and Ruler of the universe. * He is one Being who eternally exists in three persons Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, without division of His nature, essence, or being. * We believe that Jesus Christ, in the First Century; came to fulfill God s requirement of a blood sacrifice by dying on the cross for the sins of the world. * We believe all have sinned and fall short of perfection. * We believe in the resurrection of the crucified body of Christ, of His ascension into Heaven, and in His presence there for us, as High Priest and Advocate. * We believe in the imminent visible and personal coming of Jesus Christ as Savior to establish His worldwide kingdom on earth. * We believe that all who receive Jesus Christ by faith are placed into His kingdom, given the Holy Spirit who indwells, seals, and baptizes and for those who yield to Him, He fills with power to serve. * We believe in the future bodily resurrection of all mankind. * We believe the Bible is the inerrant Word of God and remains today, as always, the best guide for living our lives in a struggling world day by day. I have completely read and agree with the Statement of Faith. Tutor Signature: Date:

6 Standard of Conduct and Organization Please read the Standard of Conduct and Organization and sign the Signature Sheet, stating that you have read, understand, and agree to abide by these guidelines when involved with SALT Education Co-op sponsored activities. Please keep this copy for your records. STANDARD OF CONDUCT AND ORGANIZATION SALT Educational Co-op exists to support and promote the Home Education of school-aged children by their parents, legal guardians, or designated persons. Involvement in SALT Educational Co-op requires that participating families read but not necessarily agree with, the SALT Statement of Faith. This policy allows the Co-op to be inclusive; allowing any family, regardless of belief or background, to be a part of SALT Educational Co-op. It also ensures that all families are aware of the Biblical basis SALT Educational Co-op uses to make its decisions and plan its activities. Although SALT Educational Co-op does not require everyone to maintain the same beliefs, doctrines or philosophy, it does require that families agree to and abide by the same code of conduct and organization. This standard of conduct and organization applies during those times and places when Co-op families (to include parents, designated guardians and children) are participating in or supporting SALT Educational Co-op sponsored activities, and while off campus in regard to social media. STANDARD OF CONDUCT Participating families and teachers will act in such a way that their words and actions promote the unity and encouragement of fellow Co-op families. Participating families and teachers will avoid acting in such a way that is considered disrespectful, offensive, immoral, intimidating or rude. Participating families and teachers will avoid gossiping to or about other Co-op families. Participating families and teachers will be responsible for their own children s behavior to ensure they are acting in accordance with this standard of conduct. STANDARD OF ORGANIZATION SALT requires that all participating families, teachers and leaders of SALT Educational Co-op clearly understand this code of organization. All leaders and teachers must read, agree with, and sign the SALT Statement of Faith. It is also expected that such leaders and teachers will make decisions and plan activities that will be pleasing to God and in accordance with His Word, the Bible. Leadership and participation in SALT Educational Co-op and its associated activities is a privilege, not a right. The SALT Directing Committee based on continuing unacceptable conduct by a teacher, family or individual can revoke this privilege and terminate their participation in SALT Educational Co-op. SALT Educational Co-op exists to bring together home schooling families for common support and encouragement. It is not a goal of SALT Educational Co-op to become an organization focused on growing itself or seeking approval of its activities by outsiders or those with which the SALT Directing Committee disagree with in philosophy, decisions or activities. SALT is led by the SALT Directing Committee and a Board of Directors. The Directing Committee is self-perpetuating it elects and replaces its own members without approval or vote from the participating SALT membership as a whole. The Board has the right and obligation to oversee all activities and where needed, involve itself in the decision-making process of SALT sponsored committees, functions or activities. In rare and compelling circumstances, the Board may exercise its right to sustain, rescind or change decisions made by such SALT committees, functions or activities. The Board s decisions cannot be rescinded or changed by any type of vote or common agreement of SALT Educational Co-op participating members. It is for this reason that the Directing Committee takes its responsibilities seriously and humbly and with a goal to glorify God in all decisions made. Families are encouraged to provide input and opinions about any aspect of SALT Educational Co-op. Recommendations and/or disagreements that families may have are to be handled in a responsible and respectful manner. Such comment and discussion is to be directed to the appropriate leaders(s) and escalated, if needed, in a responsible manner to the SALT Directing Committee.

7 Salt Educational Co-op Release of Liability and General Agreement In consideration being permitted to participate in SALT Educational Co-op, (list each family member) (hereinafter referred to as Family ) agree to the following: Release, waive, discharge, and covenant not to sue SALT Educational Co-op, their committee members, employees, board members or other families participating in the Co-op (hereinafter referred to as Releasees ) from all liability to Family for any loss or damage and any claim or damage on account of injury to the person or property or resulting in death of a Family member while Family is participating in the Co-op activities or any other activities on the premises of Faith Bible Church. Family agrees to indemnify Releasees from any loss, liability, damage or cost Releasees may incur due to the presence of Family in or on the premises of Faith Bible Church and realizes transportation to and from Co-op or any time off campus is the Family responsibility. Family assumes full responsibility for and risk or bodily injury, death or property damage while in or on the premises of Faith Bible Church or while working or for any purpose participating in the activities of the Co-op. Family expressly agrees that this release, waiver, and indemnity agreement is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by the laws of the State of Texas and that, if any portion of the agreement is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance shall; notwithstanding, continue in full legal force and effect. Family, in consideration of being permitted to participate in the SALT Educational Co-op, for Family, and Family s heirs, executors, administrators, and assigns, releases and forever discharges all Releasees, and their heirs, administrators, and executors of and from any and every claim, demand, action or right of action, of whatsoever kind or nature, either in law or inequity arising from or by reason of any bodily injury or personal injuries known or unknown, death or property damage resulting or to result from any accident which may occur as a result of participation in the SALT Educational Co-op or any activities in connection with the SALT Educational Co-op. Family states that both Mother and Father of Family has carefully read the above release and knows the contents of the release and signs this release as Family s own free act. Family releases all officials and professional personnel from any claim whatsoever on account of first aid, treatment or service rendered Family during participation in the Co-op. SALT Educational Co-op operates under Biblical guidelines and believes that the Bible commands them to make every effort to live at peace and to resolve disputes with each other in private or within the Christian church (see Matthew 18:15-20; and I Corinthians 6:1-8). Therefore, the parties agree that any claim or dispute arising from or related to this agreement shall be settled by biblically based mediation according to the Code of Conduct. The parties understand that these methods shall be the sole remedy for any controversy or claim arising out of this agreement or any dispute arising out of any activities or events associated with the Co-op and expressly waive their right to file a lawsuit in any civil court against one another or against another Co-op family for such disputes, except to enforce an arbitration decision. This agreement shall be binding on each member of the Family, their personal representatives, assigns, heirs, and next of kin. This release contains the entire agreement between the parties to this agreement and the terms of this release are contractual and not a mere recital. Tutor s Signature Date Printed Name

8 Consent for Criminal Background History Check Authorization / Waiver / Indemnity Please read the statement of consent below. By signing on the applicant signature line, you are agreeing to allow SALT to complete a criminal background check. I hereby give my permission for SALT Educational Co-op to obtain information relating to my criminal history record. The criminal history record, as received from the reporting agencies, may include arrest and conviction data as well as plea bargains and deferred adjudications. I understand that this information will be used, in part, to determine my eligibility for an employment position with this organization. I also understand that as long as I remain an employee or volunteer here, the criminal history records check may be repeated at any time. I understand that I will have an opportunity to review the criminal history and a procedure is available for clarification, if I dispute the record as received. I, the undersigned, do, for myself, my heirs, executors and administrators, hereby remiss, release, and forever discharge and agree to indemnify the reporting agency and each of their officers, directors, employees, and agents harmless from and against any and all causes of actions, suits, liabilities, costs, debts, and sums of money, claims, and demands whatsoever, and any and all related claims and demands whatsoever, and any and all related attorneys fees, court costs, and other expenses resulting from the investigation of my background in connection with my application to become a volunteer/staff member. Last Name: First Name: Middle Name: Social Security #: Sex: Male Female Race: Date of Birth: Applicant s Signature: Date:

9 Tutor Signatures I have read through the SALT Educational Co-op Handbook, and I agree to abide by the campus rules and regulations, including the dress code and grooming policies. Applicant s Signature: Date: I have read through the SALT Tutor Guidelines, and I agree to adhere to SALT s Academic Policy, as outlined in the Handbook. Applicant s Signature: Date: In accordance with SALT s policy, I agree to never be alone with a student (with the exception of private music or voice lessons, in which the student and tutor will have an unobstructed window or door open for visibility). Applicant s Signature: Date: