Tutor, Early College​/Gear

Tutor, Early College Opportunities/Gear UP

Works directly with students, providing academic tutorial assistance in support of the material taught in mathematics or literacy classes. Supports the department's goal of providing middle and secondary students with supplemental academic support by:

• Providing one-to-one and small-group tutoring
• Developing and implementing non-credit workshops
• Conducting "class visits" and assisting with publicizing services
• Assisting with the maintenance of records
• 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 include:

• Education consistent with the department needs & minimum of Associate's degree in related field of study
• Demonstrated knowledge and competence of fundamental/advance Mathematic concepts with the ability to apply in various situations
• Ability to explain concepts to others effectively
• 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
• 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 a diverse population

Physical demands include:

• 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; carrying of light items such as papers, files, pamphlets, books, etc.
• Work may also require walking and standing in conjunction with travel to and attendance at meetings and conferences away from the worksite

Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified and diverse workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.