Job Description:
Statement of Primary Purpose The primary role of the tutor is to support student learning. Tutors must have excellent communication skills and the ability to adapt teaching methods to meet the needs of diverse students, as well as have a desire to see students succeed. Tutors may be asked to work with both individuals and groups. Tutoring sessions may be scheduled and conducted both online and in person, and tutors need to be flexible to both environments. Tutoring sessions will focus on subject matter where the tutor has demonstrated academic success. Tutors may set a flexible schedule, however the number of hours assigned will be contingent on available hours matching student needs. Tutors may be stationed at the Jackson or Macon campus. Classification Part-time, non-exempt staff Essential Functions and Responsibilities Provide appointment-based tutoring to individuals and/or small groups, in subjects such as Accounting, Anatomy and Physiology, Astronomy, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Computer Science, English, Math, Physics, and Spanish. Monitor students' attendance and progress at tutoring sessions Discuss unsatisfactory progress in sessions and identify when students may benefit from additional college resources Support and encourage independent learning Coordinate tutoring meetings and schedules Submit paperwork in a timely manner (reports and timesheets).Implement skills-based tutoring, which focuses on developing student's critical thinking. Maintain consistent, professional contact with students, Learning Assistance Director, and other faculty members.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
Attend professional development and training to earn CRLA Level I credential by the end of first semester of employment and CRLA level II by the end of second semester of employment.
Minimum Qualifications: Education ● AA degree or higher or current enrollment at a College or University
Knowledge and Skills:
Communicate effectively.
Eagerness to motivate students.
Show a positive and enthusiastic attitude.
Model professionalism, including reliability and punctuality.
Pay Scale ● $16.50 per hour
This position description covers the most essential functions and duties associated with this position. Other duties may be assigned by the President or appropriate supervisory personnel. The College reserves the right to alter duties, responsibilities, conditions, working hours, and job title as necessary.
