Supplemental Instructor; Students

Position: Supplemental Instructor (Current Students Only)
About the Organization
At Vaughn College, our mission is to educate and train future leaders in the futureproof fields of engineering and technology, management and aviation. The college strives to provide a dynamic learning environment built on our aeronautical heritage that inspires a diverse and committed community of students to achieve success as leaders in the industries we serve. Just minutes from Manhattan, Vaughn College is in the heart of New York City in Queens, NY, adjacent to LaGuardia Airport.

Queens is one of New York's most fascinating boroughs and has been ranked as the 'number one' US travel destination and the nation's single most diverse county.

What separates Vaughn College from other institutions is our uniquely committed faculty who come to the classroom with extensive experience in such fields as engineering, manufacturing, aviation, management and communications. Working closely with the industries we serve, Vaughn has developed rigorous curricula that incorporate the latest technology as well as the knowledge you need to succeed in your chosen profession.

We provide traditional degrees as well as professional, technical and certification programs that prepare our graduates for successful careers. Most importantly, a degree from Vaughn College provides the critical, analytical and communication skills that form the foundation for a lifetime of success. Our graduates have gone on to become leaders in many major industries. More than 98 percent of our graduates are employed or continue their education, 78 percent in their field of study, within one year of graduation.

Vaughn College has a six-acre campus and is convenient to major transportation routes. As part of the institution's strategic plan, a 200-bed residential hall has been built, enabling students to live and pursue their chosen field of study on campus.

Description

Position purpose

Tutor and work with students in the classroom and in the Academic Success Center.

Major Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks

Attend the class for which they will be the assigned SI.

If there is an opportunity based on the lecture or assignments, the SI may assist students directly during the class time.

Under the guidance of the class professor, conducts weekly tutoring sessions in the Academic Success Center with students in an individual and/or group setting.

SI will assist with any administrative or operational aspects of the class or Academic Success Center, such as welcoming students, assisting with logins, etc.

Maintain a weekly log in Sonis of general student attendance/progress and assistance provided.

** Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience Requirements

• Must have at least one year of education at Vaughn College and maintaining a 3.0 GPA or higher
• Must have expertise in the subject matter, and be recommended by the supervising professor.

Professional Skills

• Knowledgeable of Microsoft Office and Excel

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw conclusions.
• Ability to understand and follow directions

Work environment and physical functions

This position is located in a classroom/office environment. Generally an employee needs to be able to sit, stand, and navigate within the office area. The office equipment either individually used or shared with a department is the responsibility of all employees.

Compensation

The entry level compensation for this position is expected to be $16.50 per hour.

Full-Time/Part-Time
Part-Time

Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt

Salary
$16.50 Per Hour

EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This position is currently accepting applications.