Part Time Learning Center Tutor
Blinn College
Posting Details
Quick Link https://employment.blinn.edu/postings/12190 Position Details Principal Accountabilities Principal Accountabilities Provide academic support to Blinn students by:
· Provides educational assistance to students in subjects eligible to tutor, including the methods of studying and improving understanding and comprehension of subject matter content.· May collaborate with faculty to provide embedded tutoring support in specific, designated courses.· Works well in a team environment and may be required to take on a peer leadership or mentoring position in the tutoring center when requested to do so.· Hold scheduled appointments on -campus, in-person at the tutoring space or online over Zoom /Microsoft Teams, as needed.· Prepare for tutoring sessions by reviewing relevant material. All review for sessions willbe done tutoring hours and in the Learning Center.· Meets and communicates with students in-person and via e-mail, canvas and other onlineplatforms.· Contributes to the preparation of collaborative group tutoring sessions and materials that will enhance student understanding of coursework.· Demonstrates professionalism, confidentiality, and communication skills in accordancewith policies and procedures of the Learning Center.· Assist the Learning Center Director and Learning Center Assistants with administrativetasks as needed.· When required, tutor students in subjects you are qualified to tutor but is not on yourlist of courses you primarily support.· Performs other duties as required or assigned by the Learning Center Director or staff.
Establish and maintain program requirements by:
· Attend all mandatory trainings required for all student staff.· Timely and complete submission of required paperwork for payroll and record-keeping (Web-time entry, verification forms).· Maintain confidentiality with students and uphold FERPA guidelines while working.· Timely and complete submission of support documentation
· Professional conduct in a manner that is a representative of the Learning Center and Blinn College.· Performing related tasks and other duties as assigned by Learning Center Director or Learning Center staff.· Checking emails daily and managing an Outlook calendar throughout the semester.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications · Currently taking courses at Blinn College, Texas A&M, two-year or four-year institution or student that has graduated with a bachelor’s or advanced degree. (If obtained degree, please attach unofficial transcripts in optional document)· Grade of A or B in the course being tutored OR documented work or educational experience equivalent to a grade of A or B in the course being tutored. For example: if taught a class qualified to tutor for, that education experience can substitute the letter grade requirement. Please attach unofficial transcripts to this application.· Reference from one professor in your major area of study who can attest to your knowledge, skills and suitability to tutor. If no longer a student but have obtained a degree, a professional letter of recommendation from a previous employer or professional may be substituted. Must attach unofficial transcripts to demonstrate knowledge, skills and mastery of subjects).
Minimum Competencies Minimum Competencies 1. Basic knowledge in Windows and MS Office. ·
2. Responsible, dependable and punctual.
3. Good interpersonal skills and ease in relating to people from varying educational, cultural, and social backgrounds.
4. A willingness to work with students.
5. Ability to communicate knowledge of course content in a way that is meaningful to students.6. Ability to adapt to a variety of students with a wide range of abilities and diverse learning styles.7. Ability to demonstrate verbal and written command of the English language.8. Ability to attend and participate in monthly trainings and/or meetings. There will be a mandatory training the week before each semester begins.
Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications · Course work in the same subject areas and above the level of courses being tutored.· Previous experience tutoring or in related work.· Taken same Blinn class or equivalent class that is offered for tutoring to student. The class does not have to be taught by the same professor.· Proficient in computer usage and word processing, database and spreadsheet programs.
Preferred Competencies Working Conditions Are there particular working conditions associated with this job that should be noted (I.E., working environment, hours of work, workspace, etc.)? No If 'Yes', please explain Physical and Mental Requirements Physical and Mental Requirements: Light carrying, under 15 lbs., Light lifting, under 15 lbs., Seeing, Hearing (with aid), Hearing (without aid), Writing, Counting, Reading, Telling time Custom Text One Environmental Requirements Environmental Requirements: Inside, Working closely with other Custom Text Two Supplemental Questions
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Position Information Requisition Number 2024085P Position Title Part Time Learning Center Tutor Salary Range $15.00 hr DBM Rating A13 Job Type Part Time Job Category Professional/Staff Anticipated Start Date 11/11/2024 Campus Bryan, RELLIS Application Deadline Extended Open Deadline FLSA Non-Exempt Security Sensitive? Yes Work Hours Adaptable and flexible hours based upon availability - Maximum hours can work is 19. Position Summary Information Objective The Learning Center Tutor is a part-time staff position at Blinn College and the tutor supports classes they have previously taken previously as a student. Students that have never taken classes at Blinn can apply to become a Learning Center Tutor, but they would have to taken a class that is the equivalent to the class they will be supporting at the Learning Center. The candidate will need an instructor referral from Blinn or the college they are currently or previously attended. The position will primarily be staffed in BLDG C, Room 217, but there may be times when you will be asked to tutor in other locations on campus at Blinn College or occasionally over Zoom. Learning Center Tutors will primarily support the subjects they are hired to tutor but may be required to complete administrative clerical tasks when requested to do so. Required Quals Summary Must have received an “A” or “B” in class qualified to tutor. A minimum GPA of 2.5 in related courses. Special Notes To Applicants This is a part time on-campus position, can work up to 19 hours per week during learning center business hours.Quick Link https://employment.blinn.edu/postings/12190 Position Details Principal Accountabilities Principal Accountabilities Provide academic support to Blinn students by:
· Provides educational assistance to students in subjects eligible to tutor, including the methods of studying and improving understanding and comprehension of subject matter content.· May collaborate with faculty to provide embedded tutoring support in specific, designated courses.· Works well in a team environment and may be required to take on a peer leadership or mentoring position in the tutoring center when requested to do so.· Hold scheduled appointments on -campus, in-person at the tutoring space or online over Zoom /Microsoft Teams, as needed.· Prepare for tutoring sessions by reviewing relevant material. All review for sessions willbe done tutoring hours and in the Learning Center.· Meets and communicates with students in-person and via e-mail, canvas and other onlineplatforms.· Contributes to the preparation of collaborative group tutoring sessions and materials that will enhance student understanding of coursework.· Demonstrates professionalism, confidentiality, and communication skills in accordancewith policies and procedures of the Learning Center.· Assist the Learning Center Director and Learning Center Assistants with administrativetasks as needed.· When required, tutor students in subjects you are qualified to tutor but is not on yourlist of courses you primarily support.· Performs other duties as required or assigned by the Learning Center Director or staff.
Establish and maintain program requirements by:
· Attend all mandatory trainings required for all student staff.· Timely and complete submission of required paperwork for payroll and record-keeping (Web-time entry, verification forms).· Maintain confidentiality with students and uphold FERPA guidelines while working.· Timely and complete submission of support documentation
· Professional conduct in a manner that is a representative of the Learning Center and Blinn College.· Performing related tasks and other duties as assigned by Learning Center Director or Learning Center staff.· Checking emails daily and managing an Outlook calendar throughout the semester.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications · Currently taking courses at Blinn College, Texas A&M, two-year or four-year institution or student that has graduated with a bachelor’s or advanced degree. (If obtained degree, please attach unofficial transcripts in optional document)· Grade of A or B in the course being tutored OR documented work or educational experience equivalent to a grade of A or B in the course being tutored. For example: if taught a class qualified to tutor for, that education experience can substitute the letter grade requirement. Please attach unofficial transcripts to this application.· Reference from one professor in your major area of study who can attest to your knowledge, skills and suitability to tutor. If no longer a student but have obtained a degree, a professional letter of recommendation from a previous employer or professional may be substituted. Must attach unofficial transcripts to demonstrate knowledge, skills and mastery of subjects).
Minimum Competencies Minimum Competencies 1. Basic knowledge in Windows and MS Office. ·
2. Responsible, dependable and punctual.
3. Good interpersonal skills and ease in relating to people from varying educational, cultural, and social backgrounds.
4. A willingness to work with students.
5. Ability to communicate knowledge of course content in a way that is meaningful to students.6. Ability to adapt to a variety of students with a wide range of abilities and diverse learning styles.7. Ability to demonstrate verbal and written command of the English language.8. Ability to attend and participate in monthly trainings and/or meetings. There will be a mandatory training the week before each semester begins.
Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications · Course work in the same subject areas and above the level of courses being tutored.· Previous experience tutoring or in related work.· Taken same Blinn class or equivalent class that is offered for tutoring to student. The class does not have to be taught by the same professor.· Proficient in computer usage and word processing, database and spreadsheet programs.
Preferred Competencies Working Conditions Are there particular working conditions associated with this job that should be noted (I.E., working environment, hours of work, workspace, etc.)? No If 'Yes', please explain Physical and Mental Requirements Physical and Mental Requirements: Light carrying, under 15 lbs., Light lifting, under 15 lbs., Seeing, Hearing (with aid), Hearing (without aid), Writing, Counting, Reading, Telling time Custom Text One Environmental Requirements Environmental Requirements: Inside, Working closely with other Custom Text Two Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The Learning Center is open:Sunday, 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. /Mondays - Thursdays, 7:45 a.m. to 9:30 p. m. / Fridays, 7:45 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. / Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. . During which of those hours are you available to work?(Open Ended Question)
* List below the courses you are able to tutor at the college level: accountng, biology, anatomy & physiology, chemistry, mathematics and/or physics. Include the name(s) and contact information for the instructor(s) from whom you took the course(s) at Blinn College. If you took the couses at a college other than Blinn, submit college transcript(s) regarding your course work in the subject areas you list below.(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your tutoring experience at the college level.(Open Ended Question)
* Do you have basic knowledge of Windows XP, Windows 7 and the Microsoft Office Suite to include Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook and Word.(Open Ended Question)
* How many years of related work experience do you have? None 1 - 2 years 3 - 4 years 5 - 6 years 7 - 8 years More than 9 years * How did you hear about this employment opportunity? Advertisement (specify in next question below) Blinn Website Blinn Employee Internet Site (specify in next question below) Indeed Higher Ed Jobs HERC - Higher Education Recruitment Consortium TACC - Texas Association of Community Colleges Other (specify in next question below) If in the previous question you selected "Advertisement", "Internet Site", or "Other", please specify how you heard about this employment opportunity.(Open Ended Question)
* To be eligible for employment in the U.S. and at Blinn College, will you now or in the future require Blinn College to commence ("sponsor") an immigration case in order to employ you (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration case)? This is sometimes called "sponsorship" for an employment-based visa status. Yes, I will now or in the future need H-1B visa sponsorship No, I will not need sponsorship now or in the future for an H-1B visa * Are you employed part-time or full time in an overtime eligible position at another state agency or institution of higher education? Do you plan to continue your employment if hired at Blinn College? Yes, I am in an overtime eligible position and Yes I plan to continue Yes, I am in an overtime eligible position and No I do not plan to continue No, I am not in an overtime eligible position and Yes I plan to continue No, I am not in an overtime eligible position and No I do not plan to continue I am not employed by another state agency or institution of higher education * Please choose all that apply below. If you answer yes to any, please upload a copy of your DD214 or DD1300 in the optional documents section. For definition of claiming military employment preference please see the following website:http://www.statutes.legis.state.tx.us/Docs/GV/pdf/GV.657.pdf) Yes, I am a veteran, including a veteran with a disability. Yes, I am a veteran's spouse who has not remarried. Yes, I am the spouse of a member of the United States Armed Forces or Texas National Guard serving on active duty. Yes, I am an orphan of a veteran who was killed while on active duty. Yes, I am a veteran who received a dishonorable discharge from the military because I refused the COVID vaccine. Yes, I am claiming military employment preference. No, to all the above. * Are you currently teaching for another higher education institution? If so, please list the institutions in which you are currently employed.(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Optional Documents Cover Letter Unofficial Other Transcripts 1 Other Document 1 DD214 (required for Veteran's or Veteran's preference) DD1300 (required for orphan's or surviving spouse)
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