PT Tutor

About the role

Provide tutoring and other support services to students in a variety of subjects and courses offered by the college, with a primary focus on subject specific materials in accordance with education, experience, and expertise. Support requests from the Tutoring Resource Coordinator and Lead Tutors. Encourage students by providing a supportive attitude and helping build student confidence. This position will primarily provide tutoring support for Anatomy & Physiology courses; however, candidates with the ability to support additional subject areas are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized and group tutoring in a manner that empowers students to become independent, successful learners.
• Provide tutoring in Ivy Tech courses with concentrations in subjects specific to qualifications.
• Teach and assist students in the use of computer software.
• Guide and instruct students in the use of software programs and/or web-based applications directly related to Ivy Tech coursework and infrastructure.
• Maintain tutoring records and weekly appointments for each student.
• Maintain a consistent semester schedule in regard to time and location.
• Interact with Tutoring Coordinator and/or instructors as to student needs, topics tutored, course changes, and new textbook adoptions.
• Take an active role in promoting the tutoring program with faculty, students, and staff.
• Report directly to the Lead Tutor(s) as to the needs and concerns related to tutoring.
• Perform duties to provide for the smooth operation of the campus Tutoring Center.
• Update Tutoring Coordinator and other Lead Tutor(s) about any performance and scheduling issues.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness within the Tutoring Center.
• Verify that all textbooks are properly secured within cabinetry.
• Stay abreast of new applications such as EdReady, IvyLearn, MyLab/Mastering, etc.
• Support the Lead Tutor in providing needed materials for training sessions/workshops.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate or Baccalaureate degree preferred (or in progress) in subject tutored or closely related field with professional experience, or strong GPA in subject with faculty recommendation in subject-matter area.
• Computer literacy and knowledge in word processing programs required.
• Possess a working understanding of college level skills needed by students.
• Willing to assist students in specialization area, Knowledge Assessment, and basic infrastructure questions (i.e. MyIvy and IvyLearn).
• Ability to exercise important human relations skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with college students, faculty, and staff.
• Must possess strong level of responsibility, reliability, punctuality, and verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Knows and is able to utilize professional development opportunities and training provided through Ivy Tech.
• Is sensitive to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of the College students and employees.
• Fully supports the College’s mission and strategic plan initiatives.
• Official college transcripts required upon hiring, and employment contingent on acceptable criminal background checks.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses.
• Employee Assistance Program: Offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources.
• Financial & Retirement Benefits: All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings.
• Educational Benefits: Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

Pay

Hourly Rate: $15.00