Tutor (Temporary, Part-Time)

Job Description Summary

WVNCC seeks applicants for Tutors in our Academic Support Center to assist and support students on all three campuses (Wheeling, New Martinsville, and Weirton...

Part-Time, Temporary Tutors are hired on short-term appointments that in some cases may be renewed with successful performance of duties, knowledge of subject matter, student enrollment, and institutional need. No number part-time, temporary, casual or student employment shall create any presumption of a right to appointment as a full-time or part-time regular employee.

Hours are negotiable but do not exceed 20 hours per week. Tutors work during the Fall, Spring, and/or Summer semesters when courses are in session.

Tutoring is largely conducted on campus (Wheeling, Weirton, or New Martinsville). Fully Remote /Online opportunities are limited, but may exist.

There are three types of tutors:
? Content Tutor - cover a particular area of expertise (Math, Science, English, Economics, etc.)
? General Tutor - assist students with a variety of subjects and/or general assistance with study skills, writing papers, etc.
? Supplemental Instruction Tutor - works with Faculty covering Supplemental Instruction Courses

Some Tutor positions are grant-funded. Pay varies based on type of tutor, institutional need, and funding-source.
? Internal Job Information

Temporary (RPA) appointment
? Non-Exempt
? 20hrs per week maximum

Responsibilities and Duties include but are not limited to

Job duties and responsibilities for Part-Time, Temporary Tutors include, but are not limited to the following. A detailed list of responsibilities is available by contacting the Academic Resource Center at WVNCC:
? Understand and demonstrate the expected behaviors and practices of the tutorial program
? Incorporates all the elements of a beginning, middle and end of a tutoring session
? Incorporates specific differentiated tutoring strategies to meet various needs of learners based on learner preferences, strengths/weaknesses, background, and/or prior knowledge
? Intentionally incorporate active listening and paraphrasing strategies into the tutoring session
? Conduct class visits to promote services and communicate with instructors throughout the semester regarding notes, handouts, or syllabi
? Provide intervention and/or outreach to faculty when needed
? Follow appropriate protocol and report any direct concerns to immediate supervisor
? Keep accurate records of tutoring sessions using ARC OneDrive
? Participate in tutor trainings and workshops required by the Director and/or Tutoring Coordinator
? Explain, demonstrate, and incorporate study habits and academic success strategies consistent with best practices, including practices such as: using a calendar to schedule and note appointments; practicing study techniques; create personal planning schedule that supports adequate study time; communicate with faculty via phone, email, and in-person, every semester; and participate in alternative tutoring options
? Assist with related Academic Resource Center programs/services
? Monitor and engage in online and remote tutoring support through WVNCC?s online tutoring platform
? Participate in assessment of tutoring program as directed by Tutoring Coordinator and Director
? Supplemental Instruction Tutors Only:
? Attend class sessions and conduct SI sessions during the week as determined by need/instructor request
? Take thorough notes of all lectures
? Advertise SI to your class regularly and motivate students to attend SI
? Administer mid-term and end-of semester evaluations
? Adhere to all WVNCC policies and procedures and follow specific job duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

Qualifications are dependent on position and level-of tutoring provided.

Minimum Educational Requirements: ? Content Tutors : Completed and passed (w/?A? or ?B?) comparable course(s) at WVNCC or another college/university ? General Tutors: Associate degree ? Supplemental Tutors : Bachelor?s degree preferred, Associate's degree considered with appropriate level of experience

Experience Requirements: ? Experience in education, tutoring, academic support, mentoring etc.

A combination of Education and Experience may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities; Additional Information
? Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ease relating to students from diverse backgrounds, required.
? Demonstrate professionalism: responsibility, reliability, punctuality, appearance, and behavior, required

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