Faculty Tutor

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Tutoring:

• Assist students with homework assignments, test preparation, and project work.
• Adapt tutoring methods to meet the individual learning needs and styles of students
• Tutors must foster a culture of engagement with students that welcomes opportunities outside of scheduled hours to aid in learning opportunities.

• Online availability for tutoring sessions

• In-person 4 hours one day weekly to host tutoring hours.
• Availability weekly for exam reviews, essays, and 1-on-1 tutoring sessions.

Student Support:

• Encourage and motivate students to build confidence in their writing abilities.
• Track and assess student progress, providing feedback to students on their performance.
• Identify areas where students may need additional support and work to address those needs.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with other tutors and instructors to ensure consistency in teaching methods and support.
• Share resources and best practices with colleagues to improve the overall effectiveness of the tutoring program.

Administrative Tasks:

• Maintain accurate records of tutoring sessions.
• Being prompt when you are scheduled to tutor.
• Balancing multiple students or sessions efficiently.

• Respecting student privacy and academic integrity is important.

MENTORING:

• Listen to, advocate for, and build positive working relationships with students.
• Refer students to appropriate university resources.

ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Qualifications:

• Skills:
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to explain complex concepts in a clear and concise manner.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Adaptability: adjusting methods and materials to suit each student's needs is important. Using various approaches (visual, auditory, kinesthetic) as needed.
• Paying close attention to what students are saying (and not saying).
• Asking clarifying questions to ensure understanding.

• Experience:
  • Prior tutoring experience preferred but not required.
  • Experience with educational software and tools is a plus.
• Other Requirements:
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends if needed.
  • Passion for helping students succeed and a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment.