Tutor, ESL (West)

About the role

Works directly with students, either in one-on-one or small groups to provide academic tutorial assistance, helping students become independent learners that persevere and reach their academic goals.

Responsibilities

• Supports the department’s goal of providing students with supplemental academic support by:
• Providing one-on-one and small group tutoring support
• Providing subject-specific content strategies, attuned to different learning styles and preferences, to help students understand key concepts learned in class
• Directly assisting in the use of equipment and learning materials needed for student's success
• Conducting "class visits" and assisting with publicizing the College’s tutoring services
• Absorbing and maintaining accurate records in accordance to stated deadlines
• Completing all necessary paperwork accurately and according to stated deadlines
• Aiding in the development and maintenance of departmental instructional materials
• Performing other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Education and Experience/Training: Associate’s in a field commensurate with needs of the department
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Demonstrated knowledge and competence in the subject matter; 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 attitudes 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; Excellent customer service skills and proven ability to develop and sustain productive customer relationships; Working knowledge of administrative and scheduling concepts, practices and procedures with the ability to apply to varied situations; Demonstrated basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; Confidentiality and discretion; Sensitivity to appropriately respond to the needs of a diverse population

Qualifications

• Service Focus: Service Focus
• Collaboration: Collaboration
• Time Utilization: Time Utilization
• Adaptability: Adaptability
• Continuous Improvement: Continuous Improvement

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

Pay

This is a Part-Time Non-Bargaining Unit Position, with the following Set Rate of Pay: $18.03/ hour.

Schedule

Schedule to be determined by department needs.