Tutor, Early College Opportunities/Gear UP

Location: Metropolitan Campus

Reports To: AVP, Early College Opportunities

Employment Type: Part-Time Support Staff, Non-Union

Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM

This position is 100% grant-funded.

About the Role

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

Responsibilities

• Provides one-to-one and small-group tutoring
• Develops and implements non-credit workshops
• Conducts “class visits” and assists with publicizing services
• Assists with the maintenance of records
• Completes all necessary paperwork accurately and according to stated deadlines
• Assists with the development and maintenance of departmental instructional materials
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Education consistent with the department needs and minimum of Associate’s degree in related field of study
• Demonstrated knowledge and competence of fundamental/advanced mathematical 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
• Ability to work comfortably with people from diverse backgrounds
• Patience and positive attitude in establishing an encouraging learning environment
• Professional decorum and appearance, ethical and professional conduct, promptness, courtesy, and tact
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to foster a team environment and work collaboratively
• Ability to work accurately with great attention to detail
• Excellent customer service skills and proven ability to develop and sustain productive customer relationships
• Working knowledge of administrative and scheduling concepts, practices, and procedures
• Demonstrated basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to confidentially and discreetly handle subject matters requiring privacy and sensitivity
• Sensitivity to appropriately respond to the needs of a diverse population

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
• Occasional walking, standing, bending, and carrying of light items such as papers, files, pamphlets, and books
• Work may require walking and standing in conjunction with travel to and attendance at meetings and conferences away from the worksite