Learning Support Specialist II - English Second Language

Job Summary

The Learning Support Specialist II (LSS II) performs the duties of a professional tutor in their area(s) of academic expertise and experience. The LSS II tutors in-person and is expected to work with students, either one-on-one or in small groups to help them attain a deeper and more substantial command of the assigned subject matter and to develop and apply effective learning and critical thinking skills. The LSS II must be able to work with multiple students and with other tutors present, in a shared tutoring space.

Responsibilities

• Tutors in-person and helps students to develop and apply effective studying, time management, and critical thinking skills.
• Mets with students by appointments and as drop-ins, depending on availability.
• Maintains documentation of all tutoring sessions.
• Proficiently uses and implements the College’s tutoring and record-keeping software.
• Aids in training and mentoring of Peer Learning Success Leaders and new LSS IIs.
• Works collaboratively with tutoring administration, staff, and tutors to develop strategies and materials for effective tutoring and learning skills support.
• Contributes to the work of the tutoring program by participating in promotion and outreach events and assisting with the daily operations of the Tutoring Center as needed.
• Maintains a thorough knowledge of subject concepts and materials, as well as multiple instructional methodologies, to accommodate various student learning styles.
• Attends tutor training sessions and participates in professional development activities covering a variety of tutoring and academic skills-related topics.
• Provides support to Peer Tutors & Supplemental Instructional Leaders.
• Assists with technical support of tutoring software and reports.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in related field
• One (1) year of teaching and/or tutoring experience in college-level or adult ESL

Qualifications

• State Motor Vehicle Operator's License or demonstration ability to gain access to work site(s)

Skills

• Strong command of subject matter
• Understanding of effective learning skills
• Ability to engage actively and creatively with students
• Effective communication with students and department
• Proficiency in tutoring software
• Ability to work collaboratively with others

Benefits

• Full Time/Part Time: Part time
• Scheduled Hours: 20

Pay

• Compensation Type: Hourly
• Compensation: $18.00

Schedule

• Full Time/Part Time: Part time
• Scheduled Hours: 20