Compensation Type: Hourly
Compensation: $18.00
Job Summary
The Learning Support Specialist II (LSS II) performs the duties of
a professional tutor in their area(s) of academic expertise and
experience. The LSS II tutors in-person and is expected to work
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 and to develop and apply effective learning and
critical thinking skills. The LSS II must be able to work with
multiple students and with other tutors present, in a shared
tutoring space. This position requires a strong command of the
subject matter, an understanding of effective learning skills, and
the ability to engage actively and creatively with students using a
variety of methods and tutoring strategies. The LSS II 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 also provides general support for tutoring programs and
activities, outreach events and activities, and daily program
operations, as needed.
Tutoring
- Provides direct support to students in learning and
understanding concepts, assignments, and material in the tutor’s
area(s) of expertise.
Helps students to develop and apply effective studying, time
management, and critical thinking skills.
Meets with students by appointments and as drop-ins, depending
on availability.
Tutoring Program & Operational Support
- Maintains documentation of all tutoring sessions.
- Proficiently uses and implements the College’s tutoring and
record-keeping software.
- Assists with training and mentoring of Peer Learning Success
Leaders and new LSS IIs.
- Works collaboratively with tutoring administration, staff, and
tutors to develop strategies and materials for effective tutoring
and learning skills support.
- Contributes to the work of the tutoring program by
participating in promotion and outreach events and assisting with
the daily operations of the Tutoring Center as needed.
Continuous Learning & Mentoring
- Maintains a thorough knowledge of subject concepts and
materials, as well as multiple instructional methodologies, to
accommodate various student learning styles.
- Attends tutor training sessions and participates in
professional development activities covering a variety of tutoring
and academic skills-related topics.
- Provides support to LSS, LSS1, 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 a related field.
- One (1) year of teaching and/or tutoring experience in an
educational environment. Speech or Public Speaking.
Additional License Requirements
- State Motor Vehicle Operator's License or demonstrable ability
to gain access to work site(s).
*An appropriate combination of education, training, coursework,
and experience may qualify a candidate.
Full Time/Part Time:
Part time
Union (If Applicable):
Scheduled Hours:
40
Additional Information
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