Biology Tutor IV, Learning Lab - Round Rock (Hourly)

Austin Community College District; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Retirement plans

TRS/ORP

Job summary

Austin Community College District in Round Rock offers a Biology Tutor IV position in the Learning Lab. This role provides individual and small-group tutoring, helping students with biology coursework, study strategies, and access to Learning Lab resources.

You will follow established schedules, maintain confidentiality, and apply strong interpersonal and organizational skills to support diverse learners. A degree and tutoring experience are preferred; on-site work supports campus student

Qualifications

• Degree or substantial undergraduate coursework in the discipline.
• Competence in tutoring and using Learning Lab resources.
• Ability to develop and organize supplemental materials.

Responsibilities

• Tutor students according to priorities and goals.
• Assist students one-on-one or in groups in the subject and Learning Lab resources.
• Organize supplemental learning materials.
• Provide feedback on student progress.
• Assist with development and evaluation of tutoring services.
• Lead study groups when needed.

Skills

Tutoring techniques

Learning Lab

Lead study groups

Confidentiality

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Follow instructions

Feedback on progress

Multicultural awareness

Positive work atmosphere

Education

Bachelor's degree in discipline

Associate degree in discipline

Substantial undergrad coursework

Tools

Blackboard

Office software

Online resources

Job description

Job Posting Title: Biology Tutor IV, Learning Lab - Round Rock (Hourly)

Job Description Summary: To provide support to students through the provision of individual and/or group tutorial services.

Description of Duties and Tasks

• Tutors students according to set priorities and academic goals.
• Provides assistance to students on a one-on-one or group basis in the subject discipline, college study skills, and Learning Lab resources.
• Organizes supplemental learning materials.
• Provides feedback on student progress.
• May assist with research, development, delivery, and evaluation of specialized tutoring services and/or resources for tutorial activities.
• May lead study groups in the subject matter.

Knowledge

• Tutoring techniques, standards, and supplemental learning materials for individual and group tutoring.
• Learning Lab services.
• Processes and resources for organizing and leading study groups.

Skills

• Maintaining an established work schedule.
• Maintaining confidentiality of work-related information and materials.
• Effectively using interpersonal and communications skills including tact, patience, and diplomacy.
• Effectively using organizational and planning skills with attention to detail and follow-through.
• Understanding and following instructions precisely.
• Providing quality tutorial services to groups and individuals and providing feedback regarding student performance and/or progress.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with individuals from multicultural backgrounds, including students, fellow tutors, and faculty.
• Maintaining a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner that promotes good relations with students, co-workers, and staff.

Technology Skills

• Demonstrated proficiency using standard office software applications.
• Demonstrated proficiency using computer applications, online resources, and other technologies for the classroom.
• Demonstrated proficiency using an online learning management system such as Blackboard to develop and build course content and perform administrative duties (posting office hours, syllabi, etc.).

Required Work Experience

• For all Tutor levels: one semester related work experience.

Preferred Work Experience

• Tutor I: Some college course work in the discipline.
• Tutor II and III: At least one year related experience to the discipline.
• Tutor IV: Significant related work experience and expertise in discipline.
• Tutor V: Significant experience and expertise or related experience and expertise for difficult-to-fill or very specialized discipline.

Required Education

• Degree or substantial undergraduate coursework in the discipline, and demonstrated competence in the subjects that will be tutored.

Preferred Education

• Tutor I: Associate degree.
• Tutor II: Associate degree in the discipline or related field.
• Tutor III: Associate degree or Bachelor's degree in discipline or related field.
• Tutor IV: Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in discipline or related field.
• Tutor V: Appropriate degree in specialized area.

Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in a learning lab environment on campus in an academic setting.
• Subject to standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling, pushing, and pulling.
• Occasional lifting of objects up to 20 pounds.

Safety

• Work safely and follow safety rules.
• Report unsafe working conditions and behavior.
• Take reasonable and prudent actions to prevent others from engaging in unsafe practices.

$26.20/hour Up to 19 hours per week

Come and Make a Difference with Us Working at ACC offers you an opportunity to be a part of an organization that truly believes in its mission of promoting student success and improving communities. We invite you to learn, explore and experience the many ways ACC promotes individual development and improves the overall quality of life in a vibrant, multicultural community.

Benefits

• Benefits include medical, dental, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, retirement plans, and AD&D.

Full-time faculty and staff employees who work in full-time and/or part-time positions at the college are eligible for ACC medical benefits effective the first of the month after their first 60 days of employment.

ACC does not participate in Social Security. ACC participates in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) and the Optional Retirement Program (ORP-Faculty and Administrators Only). Hourly employees participate in the ACC Money Purchase Plan (ACCMPP) as a retirement program required by federal law.

Austin Community College (“ACC” or “College”) is an equal education and equal employment opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination in employment at the college and access to its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 and older), veteran status or military service, disability, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

This includes the prohibition of discrimination, including harassment, against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for admission.

ACC will take steps to ensure that the lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in all educational and vocational programs.