Chemistry Specialist (Regular Part-Time)

Westmoreland County Community College; Youngwood (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Westmoreland County Community College is seeking a Chemistry Specialist to provide individualized and small group tutoring in chemistry, help with labs, and support students toward exam success.

The position is regular part-time within the Tutoring & Learning Services department; an associate degree in chemistry or related field is required, and prior tutoring or related work is valued. Hybrid schedule is available.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Chemistry or related field required.
• Prior work performance must have met or exceeded appropriate work standards in current and prior positions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct sessions to aid students with chemistry concepts and labs.
• Promote problem solving and critical thinking during tutoring.
• Assist students with study skills and progress assessment.
• Maintain records and prepare reports on tutoring activities.
• Coordinate services and refer students to instructors or counselors as needed.
• Prepare practice quizzes and exams for individualized learning.

Education

Associate degree in Chemistry or related field

Job description

• Repetitive finger movement

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title

Chemistry Specialist (Regular Part-Time)

Division

Vice President Academic Affairs(DIV)

Department

Tutoring & Learning Services

Job Description

This position is responsible to act as a professional tutor and provide individualized and small group assistance to students who are experiencing difficulty with basic principles and concepts of Chemistry.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : JOB SPECIFIC

• Conduct sessions on general science knowledge that will aid students with courses, preparation for labs, and toward the successful completion of exams.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : STANDARD TO THE ROLE

• Emphasize and promote general skills of problem solving and decision-making, and critical thinking.
• Assist students in assessing their progress and determining their goals, strengths, and needs, and accommodate as necessary.
• Advise students on effective study skills and habits.
• Assist participants with development of a positive self-concept and orientation toward learning – providing encouragement and positive reinforcement.
• Accurately maintain records on assigned students and submit reports as required.
• Assist students with the use of various learning systems.
• Coordinate and monitor services provided to program participants.
• Refer special problems to appropriate individual(s) (i.e., coordinator, counselor, and/or instructor).
• Prepare and lead workshops on for students.
• Meet with instructors to receive up to date course information and materials.
• Prepare practice quizzes and exams for individualized learning and success.
• Accurately maintain records and submit reports as required.
• Maintain and develop work related knowledge, skills, and competencies related to the job through professional development and cross training opportunities.
• Maintain up-to-date with professional credentials, best practices and current disciplines including continued educational requirements through certifications, seminars, training programs, etc.

Non - Essential Functions

• Participate in departmental meetings, various committees and professional organizations as required.
• Perform additional grade level duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE AND /OR TRAINING

• Associate degree in Chemistry or related field required.
• Prior work performance must have met or exceeded appropriate work standards in current and prior positions.

CLEARANCES

The successful candidate will be required to obtain/provide the following clearances prior to hire:

• PA Child History clearance
• PA Criminal Record Check clearance
• FBI Federal Criminal History Record clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Related work experience in higher education working with “at risk” students preferred.

Physical Demands

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

CONSTANTLY INCURRED (more than 75% time on job)

• Ability to sit
• Specific visual requirements

FREQUENTLY INCURRED (25 – 75% time on job)

• Repetitive finger movement
• Ability to use both hands
• Ability to communicate orally & to hear conversation

OCCASIONALLY INCURRED (up to 25% time on job)

• Ability to stand & walk
• Ability to lift up to 10 lbs.
• Ability to use both legs
• Ability to climb stairs
• Ability to balance
• Ability to stoop
• Ability to repeatedly bend
• Use of color vision

Salary

$19.02/hour

Schedule Days/Hours

Monday - Hours Will Vary 8 a.m. - 7 p.m., Tuesday - Hours Will Vary 8 a.m. - 7 p.m., Wednesday - Hours Will Vary 8 a.m. - 7 p.m., Thursday - Hours Will Vary 8 a.m. - 7 p.m., Friday - Hours Will Vary 8 a.m. -5 p.m., Hybrid Schedule Available - Will Vary

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number S-2023-073-P

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date 06/09/2023

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date 06/09/2023

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes