Tutor Module English; Metro

SUMMARY

Tutor Module 3:
English. The English Tutor works directly with students, either one‑on‑one or in small group sessions, aiming to foster independent learning and help students achieve their academic goals.

Tutors should have knowledge from courses such as:

• College Literacies
• Reading and Writing
• College Composition
• Creative Writing

Other tutoring topics covered include academic writing, research papers, analysis, reading comprehension, editing, grammar, and MLA and APA style guides.

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

Education and Experience/Training

• Education consistent with the department needs and a minimum of an associate’s degree in a related field of study.

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 a positive attitude in establishing an encouraging learning environment.
• Ability to maintain a professional atmosphere through professional decorum and appearance, ethical and professional conduct, 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.

• Service Focus
• Communications
• Quality of Work

• 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. However, there may be some walking, standing, bending, and 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.

Set-Rate Non-Bargaining Part-Time Position
:
This is a Part-Time Non-Bargaining Unit Position, with the following Set Rate of Pay: $18.03 per hour.

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