Professional Tutor - Biology and Chemistry

Professional Tutor - Biology and Chemistry

Company: Saginaw Valley State University

Job Location: University Center, 48710

Category: Tutors and Learning Resources

Type: Adjunct/Part-Time

Full or Part Time: Part time

Hours: 16

Exempt: No

Supervisory Org: Center for Academic Achievement (PM)

JOB SUMMARY: Tutor biology and chemistry at SVSU's Center for Academic Achievement. The primary responsibility of the Center for Academic Achievement (CAA) is to help students become more academically successful through one-on-one and small-group tutoring.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with recruiting, hiring, and supervising Biology and Chemistry tutors
• Collaborate with CAA Director, Biology Chemistry Department Staff, and other SVSU stakeholders
• Be familiar with syllabi/assignments/degree requirements in the content area
• Demonstrate effective tutoring habits
• Mentor tutors
• Tutor as needed
• Assist with the embedded tutoring program
• Manage tutor work schedules (Excel, Trac Cloud, MS Word)
• Assist with tutor training as necessary
• Develop presentations as necessary
• Assist tutors with presentation development
• Appear at promotional events as necessary
• Assist with CAA Marketing
• Handle issues on tutoring floor (excessive noise, inappropriate behavior, tutor/student concerns)
• Troubleshoot issues at the CAA front desk or with CAA technology
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: General supervision is received from the Director or the Center for Academic Achievement

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree completed by date of hire.
• Proficiency in course content for 100-300 level Science courses
• Strong oral communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong writing/critical thinking ability
• Ability to work independently, find resources, answer questions, and solve problems
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn new software quickly.
• Experience and ability to positively interact with all members of the campus community
• Availability weekdays between 10:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree with a concentration in Biology/Chemistry.
• Teaching/Tutoring experience.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Duties are generally performed inside and not exposed to adverse conditions.
• All work associated with this role must be performed within the state of Michigan.