Tutor Module 8: Chemistry (East)

Department: Library — Location: Eastern Campus — Reports to: Program Manager, Assessment & Testing

About the Role

The Chemistry Tutor works directly with students, either one-on-one or in small group sessions, aiming to foster independent learning and help students achieve their academic goals.

Topics covered include atomic structure, periodic trends, thermochemistry, acid-base reactions, chemical equilibria, and related concepts from courses such as:

• Intro to Inorganic Chemistry
• Intro to Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry
• General Chemistry

Responsibilities

• Provides one-on-one and small-group tutoring support
• Offers subject-specific content strategies tailored to different learning styles and preferences
• Assists students in the use of equipment and learning materials
• Conducts class visits and helps publicize the College’s tutoring services
• Maintains accurate records and completes necessary paperwork by stated deadlines
• Assists with the development and maintenance of departmental instructional materials
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Education consistent with department needs
• Minimum of an associate’s degree in a related field of study

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge and competence in Chemistry subject matter
• Ability to explain concepts effectively to others
• Ability to multitask with varying levels of students and subject material
• Ability to communicate with faculty regarding student expectations, assignments, attendance, and progress
• Ability to effectively communicate study strategies to ensure academic success
• Ability to work comfortably with people from diverse backgrounds
• Patience and a positive attitude in establishing an encouraging learning environment
• Professional decorum, appearance, 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
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to develop productive customer relationships
• Working knowledge of administrative and scheduling concepts, practices, and procedures
• Demonstrated basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters discreetly
• Sensitivity to appropriately respond to community needs

Competencies

• Critical: Service Focus, Communications, Quality of Work
• Very Important: Collaboration, Time Utilization
• Important: Adaptability, Continuous Improvement

Physical Demands / Working Conditions

The work is performed in a normal, professional office environment with adequate lighting, heating, and ventilation. Duties typically involve:

• Sitting comfortably to perform tasks, including repetitive motions with hands/fingers (e.g., typing, using a computer mouse)
• Occasional walking, standing, bending, and carrying light items such as papers, files, pamphlets, and books
• Travel to and attendance at meetings or conferences away from the worksite, which may require additional walking and standing

Pay

$18.03 per hour

Schedule

Part-time, flexible schedule (days, evenings, weekends) based on department needs. The supervisor will work with the selected candidate to set a schedule.