Extra Help-Student Success Center Tutor

Uasys; Batesville (AR); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville is seeking a Student Success Center Tutor to provide comprehensive academic support through individual and small group tutoring in assigned subjects.

The tutor reinforces course content, promotes effective study strategies, and fosters academic self-efficacy while encouraging independent learning and appropriate utilization of institutional resources.

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of assigned subject areas.
• Understanding of basic tutoring strategies and learning support practices.
• Awareness of FERPA and student confidentiality standards.
• Familiarity with college-level academic expectations.

Responsibilities

• Direct Academic Tutoring and Instruction: Provide individualized and group-based tutoring aligned with course curricula, learning outcomes, and faculty expectations.
• Academic Skill Development and Learning Strategies: Support students in developing transferable academic skills, including study strategies, time management, note-taking, test preparation, and problem-solving techniques.
• Faculty and Staff Collaboration and Student Outreach: Collaborate with faculty, advisors, and Student Success Center staff to support student learning through outreach initiatives, referrals, classroom support efforts, and indirect academic assistance.
• Professional Engagement and Program Support: Participate in required training, meetings, assessment activities, and professional development.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Coursework in tutoring subject area with strong academic performance

Eligibility for employment under institutional hiring guidelines

Availability to work scheduled tutoring hours

Job description

Type of Position

Clerical

Workstudy Position

No

Job Type

Less than Annual Appointment (Fixed Term)

Sponsorship Available

No

Institution Name

University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville

The University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville (UACCB) is a comprehensive community college committed to providing learning experiences that improve the lives of those we serve. UACCB provides affordable access to technical education and college transfer programs that meet the diverse higher education needs of the citizens of north central Arkansas. These programs are provided to the traditional college student as well as to high school students through a state approved Secondary Area Career Center. The College also promotes economic development and an enhanced quality of life for the community through adult education, developmental education, customized business and industry training, and continuing education programs. UACCB's mission is to provide quality educational opportunities within a supportive learning environment. We promote success through community partnerships, responsive programs, and an enduring commitment to improvement. Thank you for your interest. We hope you will be joining us soon! If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process or for general application assistance, please contact the Human Resource Office at [phone].

Department

Dir Student Success Ctr

Summary of Job Duties

Basic Functions

The Student Success Center Tutor provides comprehensive academic support to students through structured individual and small group tutoring in assigned subject areas. The tutor facilitates student learning by reinforcing course content, promoting effective study strategies, and fostering academic self-efficacy while encouraging independent learning and appropriate utilization of institutional resources. The role supports the broader mission of student persistence, retention, and completion.

Caring Campus Responsibilities: As a member of the UACCB community, each employee is responsible for advancing the Caring Campus culture to enhance student connection and success and to embody the campus purpose: Improve Lives. Key duties include adhering to the campus name badge policy, treating all visitors as guests, engaging with the campus community by reviewing institutional communications, participating in campus events, and supporting a collaborative, positive workplace environment.

Position Duties

• 25% - Direct Academic Tutoring and Instruction
  Provide individualized and group-based tutoring aligned with course curricula, learning outcomes, and faculty expectations. Assist students in clarifying concepts, practicing skills, and applying knowledge within assigned disciplines while maintaining a student-centered, developmental approach.
• 25% - Academic Skill Development and Learning Strategies
  Support students in developing transferable academic skills, including study strategies, time management, note-taking, test preparation, and problem-solving techniques. Reinforce learning behaviors that promote long-term academic success rather than task completion alone.
• 25% - Faculty and Staff Collaboration and Student Outreach
  Collaborate with faculty, advisors, and Student Success Center staff to support student learning through outreach initiatives, referrals, classroom support efforts, and indirect academic assistance. Communication trends, common challenges, and resource needs to appropriate personnel to enhance student support services.
• 25% - Professional Engagement and Program Support
  Participate in required training, meetings, assessment activities, and professional development. Contribute to a welcoming and inclusive learning environment that reflects the mission and values of the Student Success Center.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge

• Foundational knowledge of assigned academic subject areas
• Understanding of basic tutoring strategies and learning support practices
• Familiarity with college-level academic expectations and student support services
• Awareness of FERPA and student confidentiality standards

Skills

• Ability to explain complex concepts in clear, accessible ways
• Organizational and time management skills
• Basic computer and technology skills, including scheduling or reporting platforms
• Strong interpersonal and communication with diverse audiences.

Abilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with faculty, staff, and students.
• Work effectively with others from diverse academic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds
• Adapt tutoring approaches to different learning styles
• Maintain professionalism, reliability, and ethical standards
• Work independently and collaboratively within a team environment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Successful completion of coursework in the tutoring subject area with strong academic performance or equivalent accomplishment
• Eligibility for employment under institutional hiring guidelines
• Availability to work scheduled tutoring hours, including peak academic periods.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates degree from a regionally accredited institution
• Coursework or training in education or student development
• Familiarity with andragogy
• Experience working in a community college or student support environment

Additional Information

Salary Information: $11.00/Hr

Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

UACCB is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check for all applicants. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity

Standing, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity

Lifting, Reaching

Benefits Eligible

No

Recruitment Contact Information

Human Resources

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