Science Tutor; Part Time, Temporary , Non-Benefited

Science Tutor (Part Time, Temporary Hourly, Non-Benefited)

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Position Title:

Science Tutor (Part Time, Temporary Hourly, Non-Benefited)

Classification

Title:

Temporary PT Hourly

Hourly rate: $15.67/hour

Close Date:
Open Until Filled Yes (Open For  Academic Year)

Position Type/Employee Class:
Temporary PT Hourly

Instructor Status:
Not applicable

Overtime Eligible:
Non-Exempt

FLSA Status:

Campus

Location:

Primary Purpose

The Science Tutor is responsible for the support of academic success of the College students. Provide personalized attention and offer own pace learning to enrolled students within the College district.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Be in the Science Tutoring Center ready to tutor during scheduled hours each week.
• Follow the policies of the COCC Tutoring and Testing department governing tutors.
• Follow the CRLA Tutor Code of Ethics.
• Tutor COCC students in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, and/or Geology to support instruction.
• Complete 10 hours of College Reading & Learning Association Tutor training within the first year of employment (paid time).
• Become familiar with Science faculty assignments for specific courses supporting.
• Other duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the duties and responsibilities of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. The individual is expected to follow College work rules and policies.

• Must be able to work with minimal supervision within a team environment. Must be able to take direction from all Tutoring and Testing staff and from all HR staff members.
• Must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using the English language with or without the use of an interpreter.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and oral and written communication skills, including displaying empathy and developing rapport quickly and easily with new people.
• Ability to work independently and to use good judgment with respect to priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to communicate information effectively regarding College policies and procedures to students.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and faculty from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to manage conflicts within and/or between groups and to work in a team environment.
• Ability to develop strong working relationships with people from different cultural backgrounds and other aspects of human diversity effectively and diplomatically, both in-person and on the telephone.
• Ability to monitor budgets and other administrative processes in a timely and professional manner.
• Ability to meet deadlines, set work priorities, and manage workload.
• Ability to use software programs and database systems which include Microsoft Office Suite, email, website editing, basic desktop publishing, and modern office equipment.

Ergonomic Requirements

Work hours are determined by the supervisor and vary based on business needs and locations. Position assignments may be assigned an alternate schedule to service the campus needs. Work is performed typically indoors in an office environment engaged in work of primarily a sedentary nature. Requires the ability to sit or stand at workstation for extended periods. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms.

Requires near visual acuity to read written materials, write and read computer screens. Requires sufficient hearing and speech ability, for ordinary telephonic conversations. Occasional lifting up to 25lbs. All individuals are required to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED .

Experience:

• Grade B+ or better in the courses you tutor. Faculty recommendations or unofficial transcripts proving subject competence upon hire.
• Accurate arithmetic, grammar, spelling, editing and proofreading skills.

Equivalency Statement

The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency, applicants must indicate how they qualify under equivalency by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process.

Preferred…