P/T STEM Center Tutoring Specialist (25hrs/wk)

The Position

The P/T STEM Center Specialist supervises and provides mentoring and training support for student workers and professional tutors in the STEM Center. This position spends about 50% of their time providing tutorial sessions to students in STEM content (sciences and mathematics). This position reports directly to the Assistant Director of Academic & Tutoring Support Services

Classification: Non-Affiliated Administrator

Staff Duration: Part Time 12 months

What You Will Do

• Provide one-on-one and group tutoring in STEM subjects (sciences and mathematics).
• Assist students in developing problem-solving strategies and mastering STEM concepts.
• Foster student engagement by guiding study sessions and implementing active learning techniques.
• Stay updated on STEM curriculum and best practices in tutoring to provide effective academic support.
• Identify student learning challenges and recommend appropriate resources or interventions.
• Supervise STEM peer and temporary tutors, sign timesheets, conduct weekly meetings to provide guidance, assign tasks, and ensure accountability of direct reports.
• Oversee training and onboarding of new peer and professional tutors.
• Assist the coordinator and the Assistant Director with database maintenance and tracking STEM tutoring sessions.
• Ensure tutors stay current on curriculum changes and instructional methods through ongoing development and training.
• Participate in institutional activities such as colloquiums, commencement, and workshops as assigned.
• Manage related projects and administrative tasks as needed.

The Successful Candidate Must Have

• Bachelor's Degree in a field related to Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) is highly desirable AND one year of experience providing STEM tutorial support to students at the high school or college level.
• Or an Associate’s Degree in a field related to Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) is acceptable provided the candidate has a total of three years of experience providing STEM tutorial support to students at the high school or college level.
• Demonstrated ability to serve as team/project leader and/or assist with supervision of others.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of a database system; ability to create standard/new reports with limited oversight; prior use of online platforms and sites.

Even Better If You Have

1. Bilingual.
2. Bachelor’s degree in STEM-related field.
3. Prior supervisory experience.
4. Higher education experience.