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Tutor
temporary part-time

REPORTING SENIOR: Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs

JOB OBJECTIVES: To provide academic and instructional tutoring

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  1. Conduct an informal intake of each student that requests tutoring services.
  2. Assist students with defining academic areas of weakness and define strategies for success.
  3. Tutor students individually in one or more subject areas. Tutor participants referred by the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) program.
  4. Develop and maintain contact with instructors at least four times each semester.
  5. Keep detailed progress records on each student receiving tutoring and report to Center for Workforce
  6. Development (CWD) on WIA student attendance and progress.
  7. Discuss with each student his/her progress or lack of success.
  8. Work with students to increase better comprehension and mastery of course content and material to the best of his/her ability.
  9. Schedule a weekly meeting with supervisor to discuss activities.
  10. Perform other duties as assigned.

JOB STANDARDS:

  1. Associate of Science degree or successful completion of 60 hours of college credit from a regionally accredited institution.
  2. Ability to work with students, faculty and peers.
  3. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
  4. Knowledge of tutoring strategies at high school or college level.
  5. Comprehensive computer skills.

JOB LOCATION: The primary job location is the main campus in Morristown, Tennessee.

EQUIPMENT: Telephone, computer equipment printer, fax and other standard office equipment are required. Applicant must possess a valid driver’s license.

CRITICAL SKILLS/EXPERTISE: Knowledge of learning techniques; the ability to communicate effectively; and the ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with students, faculty and staff.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Marginal tasks performed include the operation of standard office equipment such as typewriter and copy machines.

SALARY: Negotiable, according to the salary guide of the college and individual qualifications.

APPLICATION REVIEW DATE: Completed WSCC Clerical and Support Staff application forms received through February 14, 2008 will be given full consideration; however, applications received after this date may be considered until the position is filled.

APPOINTMENT DATE: As soon as possible following selection for employment.

EMPLOYMENT DOCUMENTS: Current federal law requires identification and eligibility verification at the time of employment. Only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States may be employed.

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Human Resources Department
Walters State Community College
500 S. Davy Crockett Parkway
Morristown, TN 37813-6899

Walters State Community College is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA Employer.

 
 
Walters State Community College · 500 South Davy Crockett Parkway · Morristown, TN 37813-6899
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