Tutor, Early College Opportunities/Gear UP

Summary

Works directly with students, providing academic tutorial assistance in support of the material taught in mathematics or literacy classes.

Essential Functions

• Supports the department’s goal of providing middle and secondary students with supplemental academic support by:
• Provides one-to-one and small-group tutoring
• Develops and implements non-credit workshops
• Conducts “class visits” and assists with publicizing services
• Affords assistance with the maintenance of records
• Completes all necessary paperwork accurately and according to stated deadlines
• Affords assistance with the development and maintenance of departmental instructional materials
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Education consistent with the department needs
• Minimum of Associate’s degree in related field of study

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge and competence of fundamental/advance Mathematic concepts with the ability to apply in various situations
• Ability to explain concepts to others effectively
• Ability to effectively communicate study strategies to ensure academic success
• Possess patience and positive attitudes in establishing an encouraging learning environment
• Possess strong organizational and time-management skills
• Possess excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Possess working knowledge of administrative and scheduling concepts, practices and procedures with the ability to apply to varied situations
• Possess basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Possess sensitivity to appropriately respond to the needs of a diverse population

Competencies

• Service Focus
• Communications
• Quality of Work
• Collaboration
• Time Utilization

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

• The work is performed in a normal, professional office environment
• The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the duties of the job and will perform repetitive motions with hands/fingers using a computer mouse and keyboard to type. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items such as papers, files, pamphlets, books, etc.
• Work may also require walking and standing in conjunction with travel to and attendance at meetings and conferences away from the worksite

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified and diverse workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.

Special Note

• This position is 100% grant -funded
• If hired, you must reside in the state of Ohio and be within commuting distance of this work location/campus to respond to onsite work demands upon the employment start date and throughout the duration of your employment with the College, as outlined in 3354:1-40-01.1

Recruitment and Selection Procedure

• During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.

Special Instructions to Applicants

• If hired, you must reside in the state of Ohio and be within commuting distance of this work location/campus to respond to onsite work demands upon the employment start date and throughout the duration of your employment with the College, as outlined in 3354:1-40-01.1

Background Check and Drug Screen

• Your employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.