Part-Time Learning Center Tutor

Overview

Part Time - Learning Center Tutor

The Blinn College District is searching for a Part-Time Learning Center Tutor at our Bryan Campus. The tutor supports classes they have previously taken as a student. Students who have never taken classes at Blinn can apply to become a Learning Center Tutor, but they would have to have previously taken a class that is equivalent to the class they will be supporting.

The candidate will need an instructor referral from Blinn or the college they are currently or previously attended. The position will primarily be staffed in BLDG C, Room 217, but there may be times when you will be asked to tutor in other locations on campus or occasionally over Zoom. Learning Center Tutors will primarily support the subjects they are hired to tutor but may be required to complete administrative clerical tasks when requested.

• Provide academic support to Blinn students by offering educational assistance in subjects eligible to tutor, including methods of studying and improving understanding and comprehension of subject matter content.
• May collaborate with faculty to provide embedded tutoring support in specific, designated courses.
• Work well in a team environment and may be required to take on a peer leadership or mentoring position in the tutoring center when requested.
• Hold scheduled appointments on-campus, in-person at the tutoring space or online over Zoom/Microsoft Teams, as needed.
• Prepare for tutoring sessions by reviewing relevant material; all review for sessions will be done during tutoring hours and in the Learning Center.
• Meet and communicate with students in-person and via e-mail, Canvas and other online platforms.
• Contribute to the preparation of collaborative group tutoring sessions and materials that will enhance student understanding of coursework.
• Demonstrate professionalism, confidentiality, and communication skills in accordance with policies and procedures of the Learning Center.
• Assist the Learning Center Director and Learning Center Assistants with administrative tasks as needed.
• Tutor students in subjects you are qualified to tutor but not on your primary list of courses when required.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned by the Learning Center Director or staff.

• Attend all mandatory trainings required for all student staff.
• Timely and complete submission of required paperwork for payroll and record-keeping (Web-time entry, verification forms).
• Maintain confidentiality with students and uphold FERPA guidelines while working.
• Timely and complete submission of support documentation.
• Professional conduct as a representative of the Learning Center and Blinn College.
• Perform related tasks and other duties as assigned by the Learning Center Director or staff.
• Check emails daily and manage an Outlook calendar throughout the semester.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Currently taking courses at Blinn College, Texas A&M, a two-year or four-year institution, or a student that has graduated with a bachelor’s or advanced degree. If an degree has been obtained, attach unofficial transcripts in the optional document.
• Grade of A or B in the course being tutored OR documented work or educational experience equivalent to an A or B in the course being tutored. For example, if you taught a class qualified to tutor for, that educational experience can substitute the grade requirement. Attach unofficial transcripts to this application.
• A minimum GPA of 2.5 in related courses.
• Reference from one professor in your major area of study who can attest to your knowledge, skills and suitability to tutor. If you are no longer a student but have obtained a degree, a professional letter of recommendation from a previous employer or professional may be substituted. Must attach unofficial transcripts to demonstrate knowledge, skills and mastery of subjects.

• Basic knowledge of Windows and MS Office.
• Responsible, dependable and punctual.
• Good interpersonal skills and ease in relating to people from varying educational, cultural, and social backgrounds.
• A willingness to work with students.
• Ability to communicate knowledge of course content in a way that is meaningful to students.
• Ability to adapt to a variety of students with a wide range of abilities and diverse learning styles.
• Ability to demonstrate verbal and written command of the English language.
• Ability to attend and participate in monthly trainings and/or meetings, including a mandatory training the week before each semester begins.

• Course work in the same subject areas and above the level of courses being tutored.
• Previous experience tutoring or in related work.
• Taken the same Blinn class or an equivalent class that is offered for tutoring to students. The class does not have to be taught by the same professor.
• Proficient in computer usage and word processing, database and spreadsheet…