Physical Science Center Tutor - Student

Physical Science Center Tutor - Student

The Physical Sciences Center (PSC) Tutor assists students with their lecture and lab material, related to chemistry or physics, during scheduled hours in the Physical Sciences Center.

Reports To:

Physical Sciences Lab Supervisor

Minimum Education /

Experience:

Must be a current OCCC student enrolled in a minimum of 6 hours for the Fall or Spring semester or enrolled in a minimum of 3 hours for the Summer semester. OR Must be a current OCCC student with a Federal Work Study award. AND Must provide documentation exhibiting the grade of B (or better) in any course(s) they plan to assist students with for the PSC.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Ability to observe and detect signs of hazards and obstacles that may cause injury to students and staff in the Physical Sciences Center and Labs Basic computer skills Knowledge relevant to tutoring any course work for which the applicant is applying. Maintain a clean and organized work and storage area Must be able to adhere to policies, procedures and guidelines to assure personal safety, and the safety of other personnel Must be able to independently perform the essential responsibilities of the position Must be adept at problem-solving and conflict resolution Must be punctual and reliable Must demonstrate effective communication, customer service expertise, and human relations skills while performing at work

Physical Demands/

Working Conditions:

Light work:
This position requires the person to occasionally exert up to 20 pounds of force. This position requires the person to frequently communicate with and listen to students, faculty, staff, and others to perform the essential functions of the position. This position requires the person to frequently move about the PSC to assist students and perform the essential functions of the position.

This position frequently requires the person to operate a computer and other office/lab equipment to perform the essential functions of the position. This position requires the person to frequently operate equipment that involves repetitive motions of hands and wrists. This position requires the person to frequently remain in a standing and stationary position. This position requires the person to occasionally position self to access materials that may be above head or at ground level.

This position requires the person to judge, observe and assess the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations. This position's essential functions are performed in an indoor, office setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

Completed general chemistry I & II OR Completed physics I & II

Required Training:
All OCCC training that is appropriate for this position when offered.

Work Hours:

Flexible work schedule ranging from 10 – 25 hours per week, may include nights or weekends depending on PSC operational requirements. Hours are set each semester. Schedules will respect the students course load demands.

Department:
Physical Science Lab

HR Contact:
Rose Sanchez