Learning Support Specialist II

Columbus State Community College; United States; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbus State Community College seeks a Learning Support Specialist 2 to provide tutoring services and support for students in academic subjects. The LSS2 will work directly with students to develop critical learning skills and facilitate their understanding of coursework.

The role requires a related certificate or associate’s degree, and a commitment to creating a safe and inclusive environment. The position also involves maintaining documentation and participating in outreach events.

Qualifications

• Six months of teaching, tutoring, or equivalent related learning support experience.
• Ability to maintain documentation of tutoring sessions.
• Experience in fostering a respectful and inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to students in learning and understanding concepts.
• Participate in promotion and outreach events for the tutoring program.
• Attend training sessions and engage in professional development activities.

Skills

Tutoring in academic subjects

Effective learning strategies

Critical thinking

Time-management skills

Education

Related certificate or associate’s degree

Tools

Tutoring and record-keeping software

Job description

Job Summary

The Learning Support Specialist 2 (LSS2) performs the duties of a professional tutor in their area(s) of academic expertise and experience. The LSS2 works in person with students, either one‑to‑one or in small groups, to help them attain a deeper and more substantial command of assigned subject matter and to develop and apply effective learning and critical‑thinking skills.

Tutoring Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to students in learning and understanding concepts, assignments, and material in the tutor’s area(s) of expertise.
• Help students develop and apply effective studying, time‑management, and critical‑thinking skills.
• Meet with students by appointment and as drop‑ins, depending on availability.

Program & Operational Support

• Maintain documentation of all tutoring sessions.
• Proficiently use and implement the College’s tutoring and record‑keeping software.
• Assist with training and mentoring of Peer Learning Success Leaders and new LSS2s.
• Work collaboratively with tutoring administration, staff, and tutors to develop strategies and materials for effective tutoring and learning‑skills support.
• Contribute to the tutoring program by participating in promotion and outreach events and assisting with daily operations of the Tutoring Center as needed.

Culture of Respect

Foster and maintain a safe environment of respect and inclusion for faculty, staff, students, and members of the community.

Continuous Learning

• Maintain thorough knowledge of subject concepts and materials, as well as multiple instructional methodologies, to accommodate various student learning styles.
• Attend training sessions and participate in professional development activities covering a variety of tutoring and academic skills‑related topics.

Minimum Qualifications

• Related certificate or associate’s degree.
• Six (6) months of teaching, tutoring, supplemental instruction experience, or equivalent related learning support experience.
• State motor vehicle operator’s license or demonstrable ability to gain access to work site(s).
• Works in a normal office and classroom environment.

EEO Statement

Columbus State is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and to equality of opportunity, providing the same opportunities to its employees regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.