Applicant Pool for Tutors, Information Systems Technology

Owens Community College; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 20,664 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

Owens Community College seeks an Applicant Pool for Tutors in Information Systems Technology. This role requires supporting undergraduate students at the Toledo and Findlay campuses by fostering an optimal learning environment and understanding of course materials.

Ideal candidates are energetic team players with a strong academic background, interpersonal skills, and experience in tutoring or teaching. The position offers hourly pay, aligning with the academic semester schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience tutoring or teaching at the college level.
• Ability to work with students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.
• CISCO, CompTIA, Oracle, or Microsoft certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Help students understand and apply critical principles.
• Prepare for tutoring by familiarizing with course materials.
• Document tutoring sessions thoroughly.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Knowledge of tutoring strategies

Knowledge of web design and programming languages

Education

Associate degree in computer science or related field

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Advertised Position Title: Applicant Pool for Tutors, Information Systems Technology. This position will work one‑on‑one or in small groups with undergraduate students at the Toledo and Findlay campuses. Tutors will support students’ success by creating an optimum learning environment and guiding them to a greater understanding of course materials.

Essential Functions

• Help students understand and apply underlying principles and develop critical‑thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Prepare for tutoring by familiarizing yourself with course textbooks, software, and teaching tools.
• Document tutoring sessions accurately and thoroughly to meet reporting requirements.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in computer science or two‑year technical certificate; Bachelor’s degree preferred (computer science, system administration, computer programming, information systems, databases, network administration, web design, or related field).
• Knowledge of student‑centered tutoring strategies and the tutoring discipline.
• Experience tutoring and/or teaching at the college level desirable.
• Strong interpersonal and computer skills. Knowledge of web design, programming languages, software, and hardware is a plus.
• Ability to multi‑task, collaborate, and work independently.
• Capacity to analyze students’ needs and explain material in varied ways to build confidence and comprehension.
• Must be able to work with students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.
• CISCO, CompTIA, Oracle, or Microsoft certifications are a plus.

Other Characteristics

• Energetic, positive, creative team player.
• Ability to generate new ideas to better serve students.
• Sensitive to the needs of at‑risk students and maintains confidentiality of personal student and program information.

Compensation and Schedule

• Hourly pay; schedule and duty days vary by semester.
• Retirement system: STRS.

Owens Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for this position, please call (567) 661‑7527 or email [e-mail].