"LEARN Lab Supplemental Instructor"

Job Details

Title: LEARN Lab Supplemental Instructor

Department: Math Department

Campus: All Campuses

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Type of Appointment: Temporary Part-Time

Pay Rate:

• Tutor I: Less than 1 year of experience, $16.00 per hour
• Tutor II: 1-3 years of experience, $17 per hour
• Tutor III: 3+ years of experience, $18 per hour

Work Hours: up to 20 hours per week

Position Summary: The purpose of this job is to provide individual and small group mathematics supplemental instruction to students, and to assist students in improving academic achievement by meeting with them on a regular basis to help students clarify their mathematical learning and develop the study skills to be successful in their mathematics courses.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide one-on-one or small group tutoring sessions to students seeking assistance with various math courses offered at the community college.
• Explain complex mathematical concepts in a clear and understandable manner, using different teaching methods and approaches to accommodate diverse learning styles.
• Promote the use of learning strategies to help teach students how to learn.
• Ask guiding questions to encourage student thinking as students work on their homework assignments and exam preparation.
• Conduct review sessions to reinforce understanding and retention of material.
• Foster a supportive and encouraging learning environment that promotes learner autonomy, confidence and academic growth.
• Collaborate with faculty members and academic advisors to stay informed about course curriculum, assignments, and student learning objectives.
• Participate in training sessions and professional development opportunities provided by the college to enhance tutoring skills and effectiveness.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Note: The College reserves the right to change or reassign job duties or combine positions at any time.

Required Qualifications: Successful completion of at least one of the following courses (MATH 1010, MATH 1050, MATH 1530, MATH 1130, MATH 1710,) or higher, with a minimum grade of a “B.” A GPA of at least 3.0 is preferred for this position

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of mathematics
• A positive, supportive and motivating attitude
• Interpersonal skills, particularly patience, tact and courtesy
• Ability to coach students to improve their mathematical reasoning skills
• Experience with online homework platforms such as MyOpenMath, MyMathLab, ALEKS, and commonly used calculators
• Effective oral and written communication

Special Instructions to Applicants: To be considered for a position at Pellissippi State, you must create an on-line application. Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated using only what is recorded on your application. Please note: attaching a resume does not substitute for completion of the application form. Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% of full-time experience. Please note: to scan, upload, or attach documents, a computer and scanner are available at the Hardin Valley Campus Educational Resources Center, if needed.