Learning Assistant II

Valencia College; Orlando, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

FICA Alternative to Social Security

Free Lynx Bus Transportation

Retirement Saving Options

Educational and professional developt.

Job summary

Valencia College is hiring two Learning Assistant II (Tutors) to join the Learning Support Center tutoring team at the Downtown Campus in Orlando, FL. The role focuses on tutoring students in Math and/or Science to support their coursework.

The ideal candidate has prior tutoring experience and has completed college-level coursework in Biology, Chemistry, Math, or related subjects. This on-site position may include occasional virtual meetings and training, with benefits like retirement options

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Must have evidence of successful completion of college level academic work.
• Previous tutoring experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one or small group tutoring to currently enrolled students in a discipline.
• Assess students' academic ability using provided tools.
• Meet with supervisory staff regularly to discuss progress.
• Assist supervisor with academic needs assessment.
• Document student progress for each session using provided instruments.
• Implement an academic action plan for each session.
• Participate in staff development training.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Tutoring experience

Mentoring

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma/GED

Evidence of college-level coursework

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Valencia College is now hiring two LearningAssistant II (Tutors) to join the Learning Support Center tutoring team at the Downtown Campus. This position will be supporting students with Math and/or Science.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous tutoring experience
• Successfully completed one or more of the following courses:
  • Biology: Biological Science, Biology I, Biology II, Anatomy and Physiology I, Anatomy and Physiology II
  • Chemistry: Chemistry in Everyday Life, Introduction to General Chemistry, General Chemistry I and II
  • Math: Developmental Math, Intermediate Algebra, College Algebra, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, Liberal Arts Mathematics I/II (or Mathematical Thinking or Mathematics in Context), Statistical Methods
• FICA Alternative to Social Security
• Free Lynx Bus Transportation
• Retirement Saving Options
• Educational and Professional development opportunities for you and so much more….

Additional Information:

• This position operates in a Primarily On-Site environment with the possibility of occasional virtual meeting/training components.
• This position is eligible for Veteran’s Preference under Florida Statute 295.07(5)(a), F.S.
• Applicants are required to submit undergraduate transcripts or a degree audit.
• Applicants must complete the entire online application and include work history, even if attaching a resume. Any incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Please note that you will need to establish Florida residency within 30 days from your start date if selected for this position.
• Selected candidates recommended for hire may be required to complete pre-employment screenings as a condition of employment, which may include but are not limited to: a criminal background check, drug screening, professional reference verification, and driver’s license verification. The Office of Organizational Development and Human Resources (ODHR) will confirm applicable requirements during the hiring process.

About this Position

Position Number

Position Number HR0661

Position Title

Job Type

Job Type Staff

FT/PT

FT/PT Part-Time

Employee Class Description

Employee Class Description C3-Staff PT (ed. support)

General Position Description

The Learning Assistant II will be responsible for providing academic assistance, mentoring and learning centered tutoring to any currently enrolled student based upon appropriate assessment of student needs.

Flexible Work Arrangement

Flexible Work Arrangement Majority/Primarily On-site: Employee performs the majority of job duties on-site, but may occasionally work remotely.

Grade

Grade 2021

Exemption Status

Exemption Status Non-Exempt

Posting Number

Posting Number S4171P

Location(s)

Location(s) Orlando, FL 32801 -Downtown Campus

Proposed Work Schedule (Please note hours subject to change based on business needs)

Monday – Friday; hours will vary based on availability and center needs.

Temporary Position (Temp or Grant Funded) Details

Salary Range

Salary Range $16.25 per hour

Essential Job Functions

Description of Job Function

1. Provides one on one or small group tutoring to currently enrolled students in a particular discipline. 2. Assesses academic ability of students being tutored using provided measurement instruments. 3. Meets with supervisory staff on a regular scheduled basis to discuss academic progress of students being tutored. 4. Assists supervisor with academic needs assessment. 5. Documents student progress for each session using provided instruments. 6. Implements an academic action plan for each session using provided instruments. 7. Participate in staff development training. 8. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Drivers License Requirement

Drivers License Requirement

Drivers License Requirement Not Applicable

Required Qualifications

Required Minimum Education

Required Minimum Education High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

Required Field of Study

Other Required Qualifications

Must have evidence of successful completion of college level academic work.

Required License/Certification

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education & Field of Study

Preferred Type of Experience

Preferred Licenses/Certification

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. Ability to follow instructions from supervisor and other faculty. 2. Ability to work a variety of hours, which includes nights and weekends. 3. Ability to use computer hardware and software programs related to discipline area. 4. Ability to tutor individuals or small groups of students in advanced coursework. 5. Ability to use appropriate learning techniques/strategies to achieve specific learning outcomes. 6. Ability to use appropriate learning techniques/strategies to achieve specific learning outcomes.

Working Conditions

General Working Conditions

This job primarily operates in a professional office environment. The employee will routinely operate standard office equipment including but not limited to computers, keyboards, mouse, phones, photocopiers, printers, scanners, filing cabinets and fax machines. While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. Typical physical competencies include but are not limited to frequently remaining stationary, moving, reaching, positioning self and occasionally ascending/descending, lifting/moving objects weighing between 5-15 pounds. This job also entails frequently communicating, discerning and exchanging information, detecting and perceiving objects up close, at a distance, and the ability to adjust focus. Cognitive abilities include but are not limited to frequently using discretion, judgment, reasoning, memory, learning, maintaining confidentiality, comprehension, problem solving, and decision-making. The typical work environment, physical and cognitive demands listed above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The College has a process to identify and make available reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job specific working conditions

Job Specific Designation

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What subject area(s) are you interested in/comfortable tutoring? Please list one of the following:
  • Math
  • Science
  • Both, Math & Science
• * Which of the following courses have you earned a B or higher in AND would feel comfortable tutoring: BSC 1005, BSC 1010, BSC 1011, CHM 1020, CHM 1025, CHM 1045/2045, CHM 1046/2046, BSC 2085/2093, BSC 2086/2094, and/or PSY 2012?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Which of the following courses have you earned a B or higher in AND would feel comfortable tutoring: MAT 1033, MAC 1105, MAC 1114, MAC 1140, MAC 2233, MAC2311, MGF 1106/1130, MGF 1107/1131, and/or STA 2023?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Do you have experience in providing instruction or tutoring? If yes, please include the following: description of experience, any certification, level and length of time of certification, whether professional or volunteer.

  (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume/Vita
• Transcript 1

Optional Documents

• Transcript 2
• Transcript 3
• Veterans Preference Verification Documentation
• Reference Letter 1
• Reference Letter 2
• Reference Letter 3
• Other Documents