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Category : Part Time. Application Deadline : This position is open until filled. Department : Academic Services. Contact : Marsha Nusbaum - mnusbaum@carrollcc.edu. Salary : FLSA Status : Non-Exempt.
Pay Grade : N / A (hourly rate for Tutor based on Degree). 7 / 1 / 25 – Tutor Scale
Degree Hourly Rate
AS $16.21
BS $20.85
MS $23.17
Lead – Minimum BS Degree (+10%)
BS $22.94
MS or PHD $25.49
Dually Enrolled -Assistant Tutor $15.00
Note : BS or MS Degree must be in the field that is being tutored, otherwise pay rate will be at AS level. Transcript must be sent with Hourly Hire Request Form to confirm pay rate.
Description
JOB SUMMARY
Drop-in writing tutors perform tutoring for a range of college classes in all fields in an ever-changing and sometimes demanding environment (online and face-to-face), all one-on-one with a potential waitlist. Candidates must be comfortable with MLA, APA, and Chicago Manual of style. This position reports to the Coordinator, Academic Services and Writing Tutor.
Essential Job Functions
- Help tutees develop study skills and acclimate to college level coursework
- Writing tutors meet with students or read submitted papers in order to aid in revision and understanding of assignments.
- Drop-in Writing tutors will maintain and operate the Writing Tutoring forum in Microsoft Teams and meet with students through video chat to discuss papers.
- Communicate subject matter to tutees in a concise and effective manner
- Navigate learning obstacles by understanding learning styles and integrating effective study and learning strategies for academic success
- Develop independent learning by promoting appropriate learning attitudes and behaviors
- Maintain academic integrity by not doing a tutees homework or take-home quizzes / exams
- Maintain consistent weekly availability in the Academic Center
- Submit accurate timesheets and all session-related paperwork in a timely manner
- Attend trainings, participate in professional development as required, and develop a good understanding of college services, support, and online resources
- Create a welcoming and positive environment that is sensitive to student diversity
- Potentially greet visitors, students, faculty, and staff; perform reception desk duties
- Demonstrate above-average creative problem-solving, critical thinking, patience, and decision-making skills
- Maintain tutor-student confidentiality; uphold college and Academic Center’s mission statements; handle confidential information in compliance with FERPA and Title IX.
- Use small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems
- Use computers for word processing
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Requirements
Minimum Requirements To Perform Work
Associate or equivalent credits (60 credits)Extensive coursework in the subject area to be tutoredWorking knowledge of MLA and APA stylesProficiency with Teams, Outlook, Microsoft Word and PowerPointMust be available for weekend hoursAbility to maintain confidentialityMust be positive, cooperative, and supportivePreferred
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in English or related fieldExperience in educational environmentPhysical Demands
This work is normally sedentary which requires exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required :
Hear / talk / communicate – Must be able to exchange information and communicateVisual Acuity / ability to perceive or detect surroundingsMental acuity – Able to focus, concentrate, understand and convey subject matterStand / sit / walk / able to move or traverse from one area to anotherRepetitive motion (i.e., keyboarding)Work Environment
College campus and virtually, direct contact with diverse students, staff, faculty and the general public in classrooms, common and shared areas, offices, and campus environments.
Carroll Community College is committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. Carroll Community College is committed to Equal Opportunity Employment.
Directions to Apply : Interested applicants must submit a cover letter and resume emailed to mnusbaum@carrollcc.edu
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