Career and Technical Education (CTE) Tutor

Lehigh Carbon Community College; North Whitehall Township (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Carbon Community College in Pennsylvania seeks a full-time CTE Tutor to provide direct academic support for students in Career and Technical Education programs. The role includes CRLA-certified training and collaboration with learning specialists in the ESS Department to ensure program success.

The tutor will maintain student records, assist with remediation when needed, and report outcomes to grant funders and college leadership, reporting to the Dean of Academic Support and Success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a Career or Technical area from an accredited institution.
• Act 153 Clearances (Act 34 PA Criminal Background, Act 151 PA Child Abuse History, Act 114 FBI Cogent Clearance Fingerprinting).
• Three years of experience in student services, career counseling, case management, advising, education, HR, or related fields.
• Minimum of three years proven experience teaching in a classroom.
• One year assisting college students in an advising, counseling, or academic coaching position or as a case manager in human services.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct academic support to students in CTE programs.
• Familiarize with texts, syllabi, and course assignments.
• Collaborate with CTE faculty and ESS staff to coordinate academic support.
• Establish relationships with CTE students and ESS personnel.
• Help students understand coursework to maintain good standing.
• Meet with students in-person, via phone, or Zoom.
• Utilize Socratic tutoring methods to promote independent learning.
• Maintain student records and progress sheets.
• Submit paperwork according to payroll schedule.
• Complete required training and development modules.
• Prepare reports and presentations for leadership and grant funders.
• Serve on college committees related to student success.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Proactive feedback

Tech savvy

Student engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Career/Technical field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Canvas

Banner

Achieve Appointment Manager

CRM Advise

Job description

Job Title

This position is contingent upon grant funding and is reviewed annually for continuation and is strictly contingent upon the receipt of necessary funding sources and contractual agreements.

Summary

The CTE Tutor provides direct academic support and specialized tutoring to students enrolled in Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. The Tutor assists students with their coursework, helping them to understand and contextualize the content so they can maintain their enrollment and complete their program of study. The Tutor helps students build confidence and develop strategies for academic success, empowering them to become independent lifelong learners. The Tutor also connects students to additional on-campus support services for remediation and/or development in instruction, where needed. This position participates in College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA) certified training and collaborate with learning specialists within the Educational Support Services (ESS) Department. The Tutor also maintains student records, ensuring compliance with grant requirements and reporting expectations. This position reports to the Dean of Academic Support and Success.

Work Schedule

FT Monday through Friday. Core hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Must be flexible to work to 6 p.m. if needed depending on student needs.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide direct academic support to students enrolled in Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs.
• Become familiar with texts, syllabi, and pertinent course assignments.
• Work collaboratively with CTE program faculty and learning specialists to create a coordinated network of academic support for students.
• Establish a working relationship with CTE students and Educational Support Services (ESS) personnel.
• Help CTE students understand and contextualize their coursework required to maintain good academic standing and progress through their program of study.
• Meet with students one-on-one via in-person, phone, or Zoom meetings.
• Utilize Socratic tutoring methods to foster independent learning and critical thinking skills within health care disciplines.
• Abide by the college’s established Tutor Agreement.
• Complete the required CRLA (College Reading & Learning Association) Level One training and other professional development modules.
• Maintain for each pay period up-to-date and accurate Student Record and Progress Sheets.
• Submit all completed paperwork according to the payroll schedule provided.
• Complete online training modules as per the Department of Human Resources.
• Maintain accurate time and effort reporting and other documentation required for Perkins grant compliance, ensuring all sessions focus on program-specific tutoring rather than remediation.
• Prepare reports and presentations for college leadership, Perkins stakeholders, community partners, and grant funders to demonstrate program effectiveness and student outcomes.
• Serves on college committees relevant to the success and retention of students enrolled in CTE programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Education:

• Possess a Bachelor’s degree in a Career or Technical area or closely related field from an accredited institution.

Certifications:

• Act 153 Clearances (Act 34 PA Criminal Background, Act 151 PA Child Abuse History, Act 114 FBI Cogent Clearance Fingerprinting).

Work Experience

• Three years of experience in student services, career counseling, case management, advising, education, human resources, or related fields.
• A minimum of three years proven experience teaching in a classroom.
• One year assisting college students in an advising, counseling, or academic coaching position at an institution of higher education; OR one year employed as a case manager in a human service organization.
• Familiarity with the mission of a comprehensive community college.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Ability to be a productive team member in a dynamic environment.
• Outgoing, engaging interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate exceptional written and verbal communication skills for effective professional interaction.
• Exhibit proficiency in basic computer applications and academic support software.
• Proven ability to engage effectively with students from diverse academic backgrounds and cultures.
• Must have excellent, proactive communication and organization skills, the ability to provide intentional and timely feedback, understanding of academic processes, ability to learn and use administrative software, and ability to interact positively and proactively with students, faculty, and staff.
• The ability to anticipate needs and follow through until problem is solved.
• Individual should be creative and resourceful, with the ability to establish collaborative relationships.
• Must possess a high level of the following work skills and behaviors: teamwork/cooperation; initiative, motivation, self-direction, customer service, and commitment to continuous professional growth in skills and knowledge.
• Must be able to travel to all college and community sites.
• Knowledge of Canvas, Banner web, Achieve Appointment Manager, and CRM Advise.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a Career or Technical area from an accredited institution.
• Knowledge of career pathways, apprenticeships, and community resources.

Physical Demands

• Ability to effectively communicate, perceive, and exchange information with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Operate, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls using hands, arms, or adaptive equipment.
• Ability to safely lift, transport, or move objects up to 15 lbs regularly and up to 25 lbs occasionally.
• Vision capabilities sufficient to view screens, read printed materials, and observe work environments (with or without assistive devices).

Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

LCCC is an equal opportunity employer.

Position open until filled.

• Salary is restricted to above range and will not exceed the maximum of the range. Salary offers are non negotiable and offers are determined and are based upon related work experience submitted on resume.
• Foreign degrees – must provide a US equivalency report of your degree credentials with your transcript, if not, your resume will not be accepted.