Part-Time Life Sciences Tutor; TRIO

Part-Time Life Sciences Tutor (TRIO)

Location:

Indianapolis – Downtown Campus

Job Type: Part-time

Compensation: $18.00 per hour

Schedule:

Up to 10 hrs. per week for 30 weeks over the course of the academic year

Reports To:

Project Director, TRIO Student Support Services

Who We Are:

Ivy Tech is Indiana's community college and workforce engine, delivering high-quality learning experiences that propel Indiana's communities, measurable economic return, excellence in teaching, and industry-aligned credentials of value, empowering every learner to achieve lifelong success.

Our Values:

• Empathy:
  We lead with care and connectivity, ensuring we meet our students where they are.
• Integrity:
  We act responsibly and ethically in the best interest of our students, employees, partners, institution, and the State.
• Agility:
  We move with purpose and adapt to the evolving needs of our students, employers, and the State.
• Impact:
  We exist to change lives through quality education. Our work strengthens individuals, families, communities, and the future of Indiana.

We're seeking a motivated and skilled Part-Time Life Sciences Tutor to support students in life science courses and related disciplines. This position involves providing in-person and virtual tutoring in a welcoming, inclusive environment that fosters academic growth. The role includes 1-on-1 tutoring in life sciences courses, leading group tutoring and study sessions, exam review, and TEAS bootcamp. An ideal candidate will have experience with life science education at the high-school and early college level, strong customer service skills and a passion for helping students succeed.

TRIO Student Support Services at Ivy Tech Indianapolis is searching for a part-time tutor in Life Sciences. TRIO SSS is a federally funded program that serves students who are low income, first generation and/or have documented disabilities, to help them persist and succeed in completing their degree.

This position is limited to 10 hours per week for 30 weeks during the 2026–2027 academic year. Availability may include in-person, virtual, and weekend hours based on program and student needs.

1. Subject Matter Expertise

• Proficiency in life science subjects, e.g. Anatomy and Physiology, Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry
• Additional knowledge in nursing-related coursework, mathematics coursework, and physical sciences is a plus

2. Tutoring & Instruction

• Ability to quickly identify key student concerns and prioritize subject issues
• Ability to guide students through complex concepts with patience and clarity
• Willingness to dig beneath surface-level questions to address root challenges

3. Communication

• Excellent oral and written communication
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage effectively with a diverse student population
• Capable of maintaining a professional and supportive tone as well as a positive, growth-oriented mindset in all settings

4. Learning Environment Management

• Maintain an inclusive, clean, and student-friendly environment
• Promote respect and collaboration among students

5. Technology Proficiency

• Comfortable using Windows PCs, Mac Books, and Chromebooks
• Familiar with learning management systems (Canvas, Blackboard), Microsoft and Google Suites, Zoom, email, and chat tools
• Experience with virtual instruction tools (Zoom, screen sharing, writing tablet usage) preferred

6. Organizational & Reporting Skills

• Accurately track tutoring sessions for outcome reporting
• Adhere to academic and privacy standards, including FERPA compliance

The following is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family…