Part-Time Tutor, Nursing Grant-Funded

Job Title:

Part‑Time Tutor, Nursing Grant‑Funded

LSC‑Health Professions Bldg

Temporary

Part‑Time

43081

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

• One LSC
• Student Focused
• Own It
• Foster Belonging
• Cultivate Community
• Choose Learning

The Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For®" is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and to further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions.

Lone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories.

Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education. LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College. The Health Professions Building is home to many of the college's health care training programs, including nursing and medical assisting.

The facility's state‑of‑the‑art technology and location near Houston Northwest Medical Center create an unmatched experience for students. Its amenities, combined with our top‑notch faculty, prepare students for a successful career in health care. Location address is 17200 Red Oak Dr. Houston, TX 77090.

The Part‑time Tutor tutors and instructs students and community members who need learning assistance in assigned discipline(s) and study skills. Primary responsibilities include providing tutoring and related services, and providing an atmosphere that is conducive to and encourages learning. Responsible for the general areas of student academic support, institutional service, and professional development. This is a temporary, grant‑funded position. Continuation of the position from one academic year to the next is dependent upon continued grant funding.

• Effectively delivers tutoring services to students at scheduled times (may be individual or group sessions). Posts and maintains a weekly schedule of available hours for student appointments
• Assists students with the development of study skills necessary for post‑secondary education
• Keeps regular and accurate records of tutoring sessions
• Monitors and reviews student work. Modifies and personalizes tutoring strategies to accommodate the different learning styles and needs
• Facilitates the learning process by encouraging students to take responsibility for their progress.
• Interacts with LSC staff and/or faculty to obtain any necessary course syllabi or materials, and to develop tutoring materials in support of the course
• Delivers feedback as appropriate to staff and/or faculty regarding student progress
• Continues professional education through research and review of relevant material relating to the assigned subject matter
• May assist with additional duties as needed, for example, covering the Courtesy Counter, answering phones, organizing materials, checking out resources, and performing other duties as assigned
• Completes and submits required documents in an accurate and timely manner
• Actively participates in departmental meetings as required
• Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned

• Demonstrated proficiency in assigned discipline's subject matter
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written
• Commitment to quality service to students
• Ability and commitment to work collaboratively
• Ability to work independently with little direct or continuous supervision

The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing;…