Supplemental Instruction Leader (SI) Tutor

Non-Exempt, part-time temporary position (not to exceed 29 hours/week) at Cleveland State Community College in Cleveland, TN.

About the role

Supplemental Instruction (SI) Leaders facilitate group study sessions, called "SI sessions," to support student learning. This role requires instructional skills and the ability to adapt teaching strategies to meet the needs of a group. SI Leaders actively plan and lead instructional activities during group tutoring sessions to enhance understanding and academic success.

Responsibilities

• Conduct small-group tutoring sessions to support students’ understanding of course material at all levels.
• Apply a variety of teaching strategies, methods, and techniques to enhance learning.
• Maintain accurate records of tutoring sessions.
• Attend mandatory SI Leader training at the start of each semester.
• Monitor students and maintain a safe, supportive learning environment during program activities.
• Assist students in developing effective study skills and strategies.
• Motivate and encourage students through positive feedback and reinforcement.
• Foster a college-going culture by providing informal mentoring and guidance to students.
• Attend two weekly lecture classes for the courses they support (approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes per week).
• Attend one weekly lab session (approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes per week).
• Plan and lead two weekly SI group study sessions (approximately 2 hours per week).
• Communicate clearly and work effectively with students, faculty, and staff.
• Collaborate with teachers and students to support learning.
• Perform tasks using personal computers and peripheral devices.
• Operate and maintain office equipment such as photocopiers, printers, and scanners to support daily workflow.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor(s).

Requirements

• High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Diploma (diploma in progress is permissible).
• Must have earned a grade of A in the relevant course being tutored.
• Must be a current college student (college or university).
• Must be available to work a minimum of 8 hours per week.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Proficiency in use of Google Suite and Microsoft Suite.
• Maintain familiarity with Banner software and community college practices (preferred).

Schedule

• Part-time, temporary position not to exceed 29 hours per week.
• On-site position at the Tutoring and Learning Center in the Library Building at Cleveland State Community College in Cleveland, Tennessee.