Academic Success Tutor

NorthWest Arkansas Community College; Arkansas; In loco; USD 16.000 - 23.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) is seeking a part-time library tutor to assist students in Benton and Washington County locations and online. You will support courses by tutoring individuals and small groups and modeling effective study skills.

Responsibilities include using videoconferencing for online sessions, guiding students to resources, and tracking tutoring activity while following college policies. Emphasis on reliability and meeting library schedules.

Competenze

• College transcript showing 12 completed hours with a 3.0 GPA.
• Course records showing a B or better in tutored subjects, or a letter of recommendation from a course instructor.
• ACT or SAT score and availability to work within the library schedule.

Mansioni

• Assist students individually and in small groups in approved subjects.
• Utilize videoconferencing software to offer virtual tutoring by appointment.
• Guide and support students, facilitate group discussions, direct to study resources.
• Maintain records, including student sign-in, and adhere to policies.

Conoscenze

Excellent communication

Diversity awareness

Effective instruction

Public speaking

Formazione

12 college credits GPA 3.0

Descrizione del lavoro

NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) provides quality and affordable higher education to empower lives and strengthen communities within Northwest Arkansas and surrounding areas.As the largest community college in Arkansas, NWACC is recognized as a leader in education. NWACC offers a full range of associate degrees, certificates and workforce training programs that prepare students for rewarding futures and careers.NWACC employees are dedicated to fostering a diverse educational community and cultural learning environment that supports student success.As a service of the NWACC Library and under the direction of the Outreach Librarian, peer tutors support student learning and academic success in specific subject areas and courses. Tutoring is conducted individually and in small groups, face-to-face in Benton and Washington County locations and online, following established tutoring standards and best practices. Tutors become familiar with the curriculum, course materials, and assignments, and they model effective study skills and demonstrate use of technology, software, and equipment when applicable. Work schedule: up to 19 hours per week Monday through Saturday. Each semester, the schedule is determined by need at both Benton County and Washington County locations for regular weekly hours. Online appointments are conducted on campus.Essential Duties:Assists students individually and in small groups on a walk-in basis in approved subject areas in support of student courses and learningUtilizes videoconferencing software to offer effective and engaging virtual tutoring sessions by appointment, adapting materials and methods to the online environmentOffers guidance and support to students, facilitates group discussions among students, and directs them to additional study resources and other student success resourcesTailors instructional techniques to individual or small group needsTracks usage of tutoring services and maintains accurate records, including student sign-inMaintains reliable and consistent work hoursParticipates in staff meetings, training activities, and professional development opportunitiesMay develop and present student workshopsMay be cross trained on Library and Learning Commons front desk dutiesFollows College and Library policies and proceduresAdditional duties may be assigned as necessary to support the goals and objectives of the department and collegeRate of Pay $14.00 per HourCompleted applications received by 10/12/2026 will be assured full consideration. Late Applications will be reviewed as necessary to fill the positionMinimum Qualifications:College transcript demonstrating a minimum of 12 completed hours with an overall GPA of at least 3.0Proven skill in content field, demonstrated by at least one of the following:College-level academic record in specific courses with a “B” or better in the course to be tutoredLetter of recommendation from a college instructor who teaches in the discipline(s) to be tutored ACT or SAT scoreNWACC provided testingAvailability to work within the library schedulePreferred Qualifications:College transcript demonstrating a minimum of 12 completed hours with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higherPrior tutoring or teaching experience preferredKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Excellent communication skillsAbility to engage with and teach diverse student populationsAbility to convey information effectivelySkill in demonstrating key academic concepts to facilitate student understandingPhysical Demands/Work Environment:The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.While performing the functions of this job, the employee is:Frequently:• Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding• Sitting• Standing• WalkingConstantly:• Hearing• Repetitive motion• TalkingThe worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; and/or visual inspection at distances close to the eyes.Environmental Conditions:The following work environment characteristics are representative of those encountered by employees while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.The work environment typically consists of a professional office setting with a moderate noise level, including sounds from conversations, office equipment, and occasional movement of staff. Lighting is standard for office spaces, and the temperature is controlled to remain within a comfortable range. Employees may occasionally need to visit other areas, such as storage rooms, conference spaces, or outdoor locations, where environmental conditions may vary. Infrequently, exposure to louder noise levels or physical activities, such as moving lightweight materials, might be required.NWACC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy.