Part-Time Staff: Tutor (Pool)

Metropolitan Community College
United States, Missouri, Kansas City
3217 Broadway Boulevard (Show on map)
Sep 22, 2024
Class Category Temporary Part-Time Staff Job Open Date 07/01/2024 Job Close Date 06/30/2025 Open Until Filled No Position Summary This is a POOL position. Application materials for this limited duration assignment is based on semester-by-semester needs due to increasing demand within the department. Preference is given to applicant(s): With a recommendation from an MCC faculty member Declared one or more of the following majors: Biology Chemistry Computer Science Education Engineering English Mathematics Shift: Monday - Friday reflecting Learning Centers or Project Success/TRIO hours of operation Job Summary: The Tutor position assists students in the MCC Project Success/ TRIO or Learning Centers with math, composition, and other content areas, who is often a peer who has successfully completed related coursework and was recommended by an instructor. This position will aide with facilitating the student learning to become an independent learner by clarifying specific course content and modeling the use of appropriate study strategies. Essential Functions: Tutors assist students in composition, math, and other subject areas Facilitate student learning by clarifying specific course content, modeling the use of appropriate study strategies, and assisting students in becoming independent learners Use effective communication skills while tutoring Participate in all appropriate training opportunities offered by the learning center and MCC Understand and comply with the guidelines of FERPA and the MCC Code of Conduct Model appropriate professional behaviors and attitudes to create a welcoming atmosphere for students May be assigned other duties such as greeting students, logging students into tracking system, appointment setting, checking out resources, etc. Minimal Qualifications Required: High School Diploma/GED Have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Successfully completed a college level course (preferred higher-level college course) within the desired tutoring subject area with a grade of A or B. Demonstrate knowledge and competence in the desired tutoring subject matter. Have an interest in working in an academic setting and with MCC students. To learn more about the learning centers, please click here. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled Compensation $15.00 per hour Type of Part-time Job Part Time Staff