Job Details
SUMMARY
Hourly Rate $11.85
This is a part-time student Tutor I position located in the Learning Commons Department. Applications are considered and reviewed based on departmental needs. Should a review of your application result in the intent to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email for an interview. Seeking tutors in the following areas:
- Math
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Writing/English
- History
- ESOL/ELL
- Health Sciences
- Applied Sciences
- Other
APPLICATION STATUS
Your application status will be updated throughout the review process. If your application is still in progress, your application has not been reviewed by the hiring department.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Requires flexible work schedule to meet program needs, which may include working days, evenings and/or weekends.
May require travel to our main campus in Alvin and/or to various offsite locations, including local high schools in Alvin, Danbury, Manvel and Pearland and to Texas Department of Criminal Justice facilities in Richmond, Rosharon or Lake Jackson. Fingerprinting is a requirement for the local ISD's per Texas Education Agency. Alvin College will reimburse the estimated cost of $50, if applicable
Requires the provision of official transcripts and/or certifications within (30) days of hire.
Applicants with academic credentials from non-U.S. accredited institutions are required to have their coursework evaluated in terms of U.S. "equivalency." All international credential evaluations must be conducted by one of the companies affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES®) in order to be considered for a faculty position. Applicants bear the responsibility of requesting, paying associated fees, and obtaining an original transcript evaluation for submission to the Office of Human Resources. Please refer to the NACES® website for further information (www.naces.org).
Alvin College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against anyone on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, or any other basis prohibited by law.This is a security sensitive position and requires a criminal history and/or motor vehicle records check.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
- Tutor diverse student populations in various subject areas
- Answer academic questions, providing examples relating to the subject
- Provide analytic and diagnostic services to increase student success
- Ensure students individual learning needs are met
- Refer students to necessary campus support services
- Evaluate and recommend tutoring materials
- Facilitate review sessions, workshops and trainings
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The incumbent typically works in an office environment and uses a computer, telephone and other office equipment as needed to perform duties. The noise level in the work environment is typical of that of an office. Incumbent may encounter frequent interruptions throughout the work day.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear; frequently required to use repetitive hand motion, handle or feel, and to stand, walk, reach, bend or lift up to twenty (20) pounds.
QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma or GED
- Recommendation from instructor(s) of course one will tutor
- Overall GPA of 2.50
- Earned a B+ or higher in the course(s) one will tutor
- Good Academic standing with the college
- Master of course(s) being tutored
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
- Capable of working with both faculty and students
- Ability to be empathic to students with difficulties
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Posses excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Posses good interpersonal skills to perform successfully in a multicultural environment
- Ability to be well organized, task-oriented and flexible
- Ability to work flexible hours to include evenings and weekends at various locations
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Prefer one (1) year work experience in post-secondary institution tutoring setting
- Bilingual English/Spanish
Organization
Located just southwest of the Houston, TX Metroplex, Alvin College is a public, comprehensive institution with a strong educational heritage and a continued commitment to providing high-quality learning experiences for all students. In addition to its well-established two-year programs, Alvin College now offers bachelor’s degree opportunities, expanding pathways for students to achieve their academic and career goals.
Alvin College exists to improve the lives of its constituents by providing affordable, accessible, high quality and innovative academic, technical and cultural educational opportunities for the diverse communities it serves. As a premier college that provides high-quality academic, technical and cultural programs, Alvin College's focus will be to promote student success, enhance quality of life and support economic development.
Alvin College has been listed in the top 150 community colleges in America as ranked by the Aspen Institute 2011, 2013, 2015, 2019, 2021, 2023, and 2025 (Colleges nominated every other year).
Alvin College is accountable for its mission within the limitations of its physical and financial resources, is an equal opportunity institution, and does not discriminate against anyone on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, or any other basis prohibited by law.
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