Learning Support Specialist II - Biological & Physical Sciences

Job Summary

The Learning Support Specialist II (LSS II) performs the duties of a professional tutor. The LSS II tutors in-person and works with students, either one-on-one or in small groups to help them attain a deeper and more substantial command of the assigned subject matter. The LSS II works with multiple students and with other tutors present, in a shared tutoring space. This role communicates with the department regarding individual student progress and needs. This position is responsible for generating reports from tutoring software and sending them to his/her supervisor. The LSS II must have a strong command of the subject matter and be able to communicate it effectively to students using a variety of methods and teaching tools.

Tutoring

• Supplements students’ understanding and command of the course material for which the students are seeking assistance, outside of class.
• Tutors for introductory courses in discipline area of expertise only.
• Helps students to develop and apply appropriate learning and study skills.
• Meets with students at appointed time.

Administrative/Clerical Functions

• Maintains documentation of all tutoring sessions.
• Generates department reports for tutoring and maintains documentation of department tutoring interactions.
• Provides course instructor(s) with communication/information that can be used to facilitate student learning of course content.
• Proficient use and implementation of the College’s tutoring software.

Continuous Learning & Mentoring

• Maintains a thorough knowledge of the course material, as well as multiple instructional methodologies, to accommodate various student learning styles.
• Attends tutor training sessions.
• Provides support to LSS, LSS I, Peer Tutors & Supplemental Instructional Leaders.
• Assists with technical support of tutoring software and reports.

Culture of Respect

• Fosters and maintains a safe environment of respect and inclusion for faculty, staff, students, and members of the community.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's Degree in related field.
• One (1) year of teaching and/or tutoring experience in an educational environment desired.

Additional Information

• State Motor Vehicle Operator's License or demonstrable ability to gain access to work site(s).