Tutor, Logic (West)

Department: Learning Commons • Location: Western Campus • Part-Time Support Staff • Non-Union

About the role

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

Responsibilities

• Provides one-on-one and small-group tutoring support.
• Offers subject-specific content strategies, attuned to different learning styles and preferences, to help students understand key concepts learned in class.
• Provides direct assistance in the use of equipment and learning materials needed for student success.
• Conducts “class visits” and assists with publicizing the College’s tutoring services.
• Assists with the maintenance of accurate records in accordance with stated deadlines.
• 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 department needs and minimum of Associate’s degree in related field of study.
• Demonstrated knowledge and competence in the subject matter.
• Ability to explain concepts to others effectively.
• Ability to multitask with varying levels of students and subject material.
• Ability to communicate with faculty regarding expectations of students, assignments, attendance at tutoring sessions, and work completed.
• 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.
• Ability to maintain a professional atmosphere through:
  • 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 with the ability to apply to varied situations.
• 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.

Schedule

Flexible schedule (days, evenings, weekends). Schedule varies based on the needs of the department. Supervisor will work with selected candidate to set a schedule designed to support the demands of the department.

Pay

$18.03/hour.

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.