Professional Tutor, Biology Learning Center- Professional Services: No Benefit (Contingency)

Date: January 25, 2023

Title: Professional Tutor ' Biology Learning Center- Professional Services: No Benefit (Contingency)

Position Number: 1448

Hours: 1 ' 28 hours per week; days and times are flexible

Compensation: $12.50 - $19.00 depending on qualifications

Reports to: Biology Learning Center Coordinator

Close Date: Open until filled

Summary

This position is responsible to provide direct tutoring for students and help oversee the operations of the Biology Learning Center. This individual must possess an interest in working with diverse learners from a wide range of age, ethnicity and national origin.

Essential Job Functions

• Provide individual and group tutoring in content-specific courses in both face-to-face and online formats.

• Demonstrate proficiency with the curriculum of the GRCC courses in assigned content area.

• Assist the Tutorial Coordinator with the operation of the lab, including preparing special review materials.

• Help supervise, train and serve as a mentor to student tutors.

• Work cooperatively and maintain rapport and a close working relationship with students, staff, faculty and administration.

• Promote and develop the academic success of students by encouraging a positive attitude and independent, self-actualized learning.

• Assist with the management and security of all resources, including the computers in the Science Computer Lab

• Assist with the maintenance and updating of the tutorial lab Blackboard site

• Assist in monitoring students using the lab via computerized swipe system.

• Discuss lab services with students during class visitations to lab.

• Communicate with the Tutorial Coordinator as needed regarding the individual needs of students.

• Keep the Tutorial Coordinator informed of any problems experienced in the lab by students or staff.

• Attend Tutorial Lab meetings and trainings as requested by the Tutorial Coordinator.

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Experience and/ or Education

• Associate degree or higher preferred.

• Demonstrate content knowledge of areas needing tutoring.

• Experience teaching/tutoring students preferred.

Working Conditions

• The work environment is team-oriented and can be fast-paced.

• This position requires the individual to transition smoothly between independent and collaborative efforts.

• Grand Rapids Community College will comply with any mandated health and safety requirements. Employees will be directed to our GRCC Policy(s) for compliance information.

METHOD OF APPLICATION

Grand Rapids Community College is only accepting online applications for this position at https://www.grcc.edu/jobsThe posting will remain open until filled. Please include your resume and cover letter in one document. Individuals with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Grand Rapids Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Grand Rapids Community College creates an inclusive learning and working environment that recognizes the value and dignity of each person. It is the policy and practice of GRCC to provide equal educational and employment opportunities regardless of age, race, color, religion, marital status, sex/gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, height, weight, national origin, disability, political affiliation, familial status, veteran status or genetics in al