Academic Support Professional Tutor, Havelock Campus

Occupational Summary

The Academic Support Professional Tutor is responsible for providing tutorial assistance and academic support to Craven Community College students.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

* Tutor students individually or in group study sessions to review concepts, solve problems, and review for tests

* Create a professional and welcoming environment by modeling respect for students' diverse cultures, language skills, varying abilities, and experiences

* Reviews course content to help students understand expectations

* Provide assistance in the use of equipment, technology, or learning materials needed for student success

* Assists in the development and delivery of soft skills techniques, workshops, or classroom visits

* Participate in professional development activities to improve tutoring skills and grow tutoring practices

* Serves as an embedded tutor as needed

* May need to assist in light administrative tasks including documenting students who enter and leave the center or answering phone calls

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in the content area or a related subject area from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning.

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

Knowledge

* Demonstrate academic excellence in subject area(s)

* Knowledge of course content for tutoring

* Knowledge of study strategies and college survival skills

Skills

* Strong organizational and time management skills

* Strong communication skills

Abilities

* Facilitate problem-solving with students and use active listening to determine student needs

* Recognize different learning styles and student preferences

* Explain concepts to others effectively

* Assist students in the development of study and learning strategies

* Exhibit patience and positive attitudes in establishing an encouraging learning environment

* Cultivate a growth mindset toward student learning and tutoring practice

* Handle confidential information with absolute discretion

* Maintain professional behavior and positive working relationships with students, Academic Support staff members, and other college employees

* Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion; demonstrated ability to work effectively with a culturally diverse workforce, including those with different levels of academic preparation and varying physical and learning abilities, and socioeconomic levels