A professional who teaches basic academic subjects to students requiring remedial work, using special help programs to improve scholastic level. Responsibilities include:

• Teaches basic subjects, such as reading and math, applying lesson techniques designed for short attention spans.
• Administers achievement tests and evaluates test results to discover level of language and math skills.
• Selects and teaches reading material and math problems related to everyday life of individual student.
• Confers with school counselors and teaching staff to obtain additional testing information and to gain insight on student behavioral disorders affecting learning process.
• Designs special help programs for low achievers and encourages parent-teacher cooperation.
• Attends professional meetings, writes reports, and maintains records.