Tutor - Paramedic - Part-time

Overview

TUTOR - PARAMEDIC - PART TIME
HEALTH SCIENCES DEPARTMENT
MALCOLM X COLLEGE

Malcolm X College is seeking a part-time tutor for the Emergency Medical Service (EMS) department. The part-time Tutor bridges the gap between the college and the needs of the student. This position also helps students make academic progress, while promoting independent learning and self-reliance.

It is the mission of the Malcolm X College EMS Department to educate and inspire our students and prepare students of the community to serve their community as health care professionals in Emergency Medical Services.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides academic assistance to assigned tutees, either in a group or individually.
• Establishes liaison with the instructor and works under the instructor’s direction to assist the student.
• Attends periodic training sessions given by staff members to increase competency in working with students.
• Maintains records on each student who is being tutored, including follow-up and periodic assessment.
• Schedules tutoring appointments.
• Provides evaluations and other reports as required by staff.
• Helps students develop positive attitudes toward learning and studying and helps students develop a high level of motivation in academic areas.
• Assists students in achieving a better understanding of specific subject material and in improving academic capabilities in designated areas.
• Helps students develop the study skills necessary for academic success.
• Establishes and maintains rapport with the assigned students.
• Assists in designing and implementing class cooperative projects.

• Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Emergency Medical Services. Consideration will be given to candidates who do not have a Bachelors degree but possess a certificate by IDPH or NAEMSE certification.
• Must be licensed at the paramedic level by Illinois Department of Public Health or be licensed at a higher level of practice with EMS experience.
• Possess excellent communication skills, and the ability to work with a diverse student body.
• Must be self-directed and able to complete assignments in a timely manner.

Malcolm X College has been named a 2024 Most Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges award winner
. NISOD joins Diverse:
Issues in Higher Education in recognizing Malcolm X College ’s best-in-class student and staff recruitment and retention practices, inclusive learning and working environments, and meaningful community service and engagement opportunities.

This position is represented by the Local 1600 union.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary Range: $30-$36 per hour