Learning Support Specialist II - English Second Language

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. seeks a part-time Learning Support Specialist II in Columbus, Ohio. This role involves providing tutoring support to students, maintaining documentation, and fostering a culture of respect and inclusion.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s Degree and experience in tutoring at the college level, demonstrating effective learning strategies and critical thinking skills.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in a related field required.
• One year of teaching and/or tutoring experience in college-level or adult ESL.
• Ability to engage with students using various methods.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to students in learning concepts and assignments.
• Maintain documentation of all tutoring sessions.
• Collaborate with tutors and administration.

Skills

Effective learning skills

Critical thinking skills

Time management

Tutoring software proficiency

Education

Master’s Degree in related field

Tools

Tutoring and record-keeping software

Job description

Compensation Type: Hourly

Compensation: $18.00

Job Summary

The Learning Support Specialist II (LSS II) performs the duties of a professional tutor in their area(s) of academic expertise and experience.

The LSS II tutors in-person and is expected to work with students, either one-on-one or in small groups, to help them attain a deeper and more substantial command of the assigned subject matter and to develop and apply effective learning and critical thinking skills. The LSS II must be able to work with multiple students and with other tutors present, in a shared tutoring space. This position requires a strong command of the subject matter, an understanding of effective learning skills, and the ability to engage actively and creatively with students using a variety of methods and tutoring strategies. The LSS II communicates with the department regarding individual student progress and needs.

This position is responsible for generating reports from tutoring software and sending them to his/her supervisor. The LSS II also provides general support for tutoring programs and activities, outreach events and activities, and daily program operations as needed.

Tutoring

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

Tutoring Program & Operational Support

• Maintains documentation of all tutoring sessions.
• Proficiently uses and implements the College’s tutoring and record-keeping software.
• Assists with training and mentoring of Peer Learning Success Leaders and new LSS IIs.
• Works collaboratively with tutoring administration, staff, and tutors to develop strategies and materials for effective tutoring and learning skills support.
• Contributes to the work of the tutoring program by participating in promotion and outreach events and assisting with the daily operations of the Tutoring Center as needed.

Continuous Learning & Mentoring

• Maintains a thorough knowledge of subject concepts and materials, as well as multiple instructional methodologies, to accommodate various student learning styles.
• Attends tutor training sessions and participates in professional development activities covering a variety of tutoring and academic skills–related topics.
• Provides support to Peer Tutors & Supplemental Instructional Leaders. Assists with technical support of tutoring software and reports.

Culture of Respect

• Fosters and maintains a safe environment of respect and inclusion for faculty, staff, students, and members of the community.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in related field
• One (1) year of teaching and/or tutoring experience in college-level or adult ESL.

Additional Information

• State Motor Vehicle Operator’s License or demonstration ability to gain access to work site(s).

Full Time/Part Time

Part time

Scheduled Hours

20