Tutor Module English Second Language; ESL; Metro

Position: Tutor Module 4: English as a Second Language (ESL) (Metro)

Tutor Module 4:
English as a Second Language (ESL) (Metro)

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• Department: Learning Commons
• Location: Metropolitan Campus
• Reports To: Program Manager, Test & Tutoring Service
• Recruitment Type: External/Internal
• Requisition : req
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• Employment Type: Part-Time Support Staff
• Union Position: Non-Union
• Work Schedule: Standard College hours Monday‑Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
• Number of Openings: 0

Summary

The English as a Second Language (ESL) Tutor works directly with students, either one‑on‑one or in small group sessions, to foster independent learning and help students achieve their academic goals.

Knowledge & Training

To be effective, tutors should have knowledge from courses such as:

• Reading and Writing
• Grammar
• Speaking and Listening
• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Preparation

Other tutoring topics covered include grammar, pronunciation, tenses, conversational English, and writing skills.

Essential Functions

• Supports the department’s goal of providing students with supplemental academic support by:
• Providing one‑on‑one and small group tutoring support
• Providing subject‑specific content strategies, attuned to different learning styles and preferences, to help students understand key concepts learned in class
• Providing direct assistance in the use of equipment and learning materials needed for student success
• Conducting “class visits” and assisting with publicizing the College’s tutoring services
• Assisting with the maintenance of accurate records in accordance with stated deadlines
• Completing all necessary paperwork accurately and according to stated deadlines
• Assisting with the development and maintenance of departmental instructional materials
• Performing other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Education:
  
  Associate’s degree in a related field or higher

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge and competence in the subject matter
• Ability to explain concepts to others effectively
• Ability to multitask with varying levels of students and subject material
• Ability to communicate with faculty regarding expectations of students, assignments, attendance at tutoring sessions, and work completed
• Ability to effectively communicate study strategies to ensure academic success
• Ability to work comfortably with people from diverse backgrounds
• Possess patience and positive attitudes in establishing an encouraging learning environment
• Ability to maintain a professional atmosphere through:
• Professional decorum and appearance
• Ethical and professional conduct
• Promptness
• Courtesy and tact
• Possess strong organizational and time‑management skills
• Possess excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to foster a team environment and work collaboratively
• Ability to work accurately with great attention to detail
• Possess excellent customer service skills and proven ability to develop and sustain productive customer relationships
• Possess working knowledge of administrative and scheduling concepts, practices, and procedures with the ability to apply to varied situations
• Demonstrated basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to confidentially and discreetly handle subject matters requiring privacy and sensitivity
• Possess sensitivity to appropriately respond to the needs of the community

Competencies Critical Competencies

• Service Focus
• Communications
• Quality of Work

Very Important Competencies

• Collaboration
• Time Utilization

Important Competencies

• Adaptability
• Continuous Improvement

Physical Demands / Working Conditions

• The work is performed in a normal, professional office environment.
• The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the duties of the job and will perform repetitive motions with hands/fingers using a computer mouse and keyboard to type. There may be some walking, standing, bending, and carrying of light items such as papers, files, pamphlets, books, etc.
• Walking and standing may be required in conjunction with travel to and attendance at meetings and conferences away from…