TRIO Tutor STEM​/Writing; Part Time, Temporary , Non-Benefited; Non-Benefited

TRIO Tutor STEM/Writing (Part Time, Temporary Hourly, Non-Benefited) (Non-Benefited)

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Position Title TRIO Tutor STEM/Writing (Part Time, Temporary Hourly, Non-Benefited) (Non-Benefited)

Classification Title

Classification Title IRW/Temporary Position

Hourly rate, Stipend, or Load Unit

Hourly rate, Stipend, or Load Unit 15.67

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Open Until Filled Notes

Open Until Filled Notes Open For  Academic Year

Position Type/Employee Class

Position Type/Employee Class Temporary PT Hourly

Instructor Status

Instructor Status Not applicable

Overtime Eligible Non-Exempt

FLSA Status

Campus Location

Primary Purpose

TRIO Student Support Services is seeking qualified tutors to provide academic support to students participating in the TRIO program. Tutors may be hired in collaboration with the COCC Tutoring Center and will work directly with TRIO students to strengthen academic skills, reinforce course content, and promote student confidence and independence.

This position supports TRIO’s mission to increase retention, academic success, and graduation rates among eligible students.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and/or small group tutoring in math, communications, and writing courses
• Support students in understanding course material and developing effective study strategies
• Encourage help seeking behavior, confidence building, peer mentorship and collaboration
• Maintain accurate documentation of tutoring sessions (attendance, topics covered, etc.)
• Communicate relevant academic concerns to TRIO staff when appropriate
• Participate in required tutor orientation

Department Specific

This is an up to 10 hours per week position.

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.

• Ability to work independently and to use good judgment with respect to priorities and deadlines.
• 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.
• Possess strong interpersonal, organizational, and oral and written communication skills, including displaying empathy and developing rapport quickly and easily with new people.

Ergonomic Requirements

Regular office hours are established between 8 am – 5 pm during the workweek. A flexible work schedule, including nights and weekends, may be necessary due to the nature of the responsibilities.

Incumbent must be able to function effectively indoors in an office environment engaged in work of primarily a sedentary nature. Requires the ability to work at a workstation for extended periods. Requires to write, read written materials and computer screens, and ability to use telephonic conversations. Occasional lifting up to 25lbs. All individuals are required to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Maintain B as minimum grade in specified subjects
• Successful completion of coursework in the subject areas to be tutored

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…