Math Resource Center Tutor - Student

Oklahoma City Community College; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 11,365 - 16,186; Part time

Job summary

Oklahoma City Community College is seeking a Math Resource Center Tutor. The role supports student learning in math by guiding problem solving and explaining concepts in person in the Math Resource Center.

Current OCCC students (minimum 6 credit hours, or 3 hours in summer) or those with Federal Work Study are eligible. Typical schedule is 20–25 hours per week, with evenings and Saturdays as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to interact with students individually or in groups.
• Explain mathematical concepts clearly through oral and written communication and demonstrations.
• Strong communication and human relations skills while performing at work.
• Commitment to helping peers learn and become confident, self-directed learners.
• Punctual and reliable, able to follow directions.
• Completion of tutor training and certification offered by OCCC.

Responsibilities

• Help students in the Math Resource Center with math assignments by asking questions and guiding problem solving.
• Circulate through the lab to assist students at tables and computers.
• Instruct and assist with math-related technology and software used in tutoring.
• Maintain tutor logs and keep materials organized and secure.
• Assist with enforcing Math Resource Center policies and maintain a clean environment.
• Participate in training and college initiatives and tutor certification programs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Mathematics knowledge

Communication skills

Tutoring

Reliability

Punctuality

Teamwork

Education

Currently enrolled OCCC student

Job description

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applicants are to thoroughly complete the online application and attach the following
required documents: resume; cover letter; and transcript showing successful
completion of the equivalent of Math 1483, Math 1513, Math 1533, Math 2013, or a
subsequent course with a grade of B or better.

Applicants who do not attach the required documents will not be considered for the position.

If selected for an interview, applicant will be required to provide:
Recommendation letter from a current OCCC math faculty
Current class schedule

For application assistance or questions, please contact Human Resources at [phone], Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

Position Information

Position Information (Default Section)

Classification Title

Classification Title Student Employment Program (FWSP/STEP)

Working Title

Datatel Position ID SEMA8FEDWORK1A / SEMA9STEPROG1A

Annual Hours

Annual Hours As needed or assigned not to exceed 25 hours a week.

Placement Range

Placement Range $10.00

Position Type

Position Type Student Employee

Job Category

Job Category Student

General Description

The Math Resource Center Tutor assists and tutors students in the Math Resource Center.

Reports To

What position(s) reports to this position?

None

Current OCCC student enrolled in a minimum of 6 hours for the Fall or Spring semester or enrolled in a minimum of 3 hours for the Summer semester.

OR

Current OCCC student with a Federal Work Study award.

AND

Successful completion of the equivalent of Math 1483, Math 1513, Math 1533, Math 2013, or a subsequent course with a grade of B or better.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Ability to interact with students on an individual or group basis.

Ability to explain information and mathematical concepts through oral and written communication and through the use of physical and technological demonstrations.

Must demonstrate effective communication and human relations skills while performing at work.

Firm grasp of the mathematical concepts that the tutor would be tutoring in the Math Resource Center.

A commitment to helping other students learn.

Understand the value of a peer leadership role.

Recognize primary role to help students become more confident, more successful, self-directed learners.

Must be able to independently perform the essential responsibilities of the position.

Basic computer skills.

Must follow directions and guidelines.

Must be punctual and reliable.

Satisfactory completion of tutor training program.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

1. GENERAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
Medium work: This position requires the person to occasionally exert up to 50 pounds of force and frequently exert up to 20 pounds of force and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to grasp, lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

2. PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES :
This position requires the person to frequently communicate with and listen to students, faculty, staff, and others to perform the essential functions of the position. Must be able to exchange accurate information in various situations.

This position requires the person to frequently move about the Math Lab to assist students and perform the essential functions of the position.

This position frequently requires the person to operate a computer and other office/lab equipment to perform the essential functions of the position.

This position requires the person to frequently operate equipment that involves repetitive motions of hands and wrists.

This position requires the person to frequently remain in a standing and stationary position.

This position requires the person to occasionally position self to access materials that may be above head or at ground level.

This position requires the person to frequently position self to work with lab equipment or assist students.

3. VISUAL ACUITY :
This position requires the person to judge, observe and assess the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations.

4. WORKING CONDITIONS
This position performs the essential functions in an indoor, office or lab setting.

Preferred Qualifications

None

Required Training

Appropriate Tutor Training and Tutor Certification as offered by OCCC .

Work Hours

Work schedule will range from 20 – 25 hours per week and may include evenings and Saturdays depending on Math Resource Center operational requirements. Schedules are set each semester and will respect the student’s class schedule.

Department

Department Math Resource Center

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 10/15/2024

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled No

HR Contact

HR Contact Beth Holmes

Supplemen t Instructions to Applicants

Applicants are to thoroughly complete the online application and attach the following
required documents: resume; cover letter; and transcript showing successful
completion of the equivalent of Math 1483, Math 1513, Math 1533, Math 2013, or a
subsequent course with a grade of B or better.

Applicants who do not attach the required documents will not be considered for the position.

If selected for an interview, applicant will be required to provide:
Recommendation letter from a current OCCC math faculty
Current class schedule

For application assistance or questions, please contact Human Resources at [phone], Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

Posting Number

Posting Number Student, Work Study, Temporary_0402877

Job Duties

Job Duties (Position Specific)

(The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

Job Duties (Duties Assignment Statement)

Help students in the Math Resource Center with math assignments by asking questions, looking at student work, assessing the student’s level of understanding, encouraging them to think through problems, use their resources, talk through problems, and work through problems.

Circulate through the lab regularly to assist students at tables and computers.

Instruct and assist students in the use of mathematical related technology such as web based graphing calculators, mathematical software, and computerized tutorial programs through demonstration.

Provide services to students and faculty in the Math Resource Center:
- Help maintain system of filing of instructional software, textbooks, and solution manuals.
- Monitor central counter to keep assets and materials secure.
- Answer phone to provide information and mathematics tutoring.
- Administer the temporary loan of texts and calculators within the Math Resource Center.
- Maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
- Assist students with printing of assignments.

Assist with other functions of the Math Resource Center as needed.

Effectively interact and communicate with students, faculty, and staff while preforming duties.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date tutor logs.

Participate in training concerning mathematics courses and/or tutoring certifications by attending designated training sessions.

Assist with cleaning of the tables, monitors, keyboards, and whiteboards in the Math Lab and surrounding classrooms.

Help enforce Math Resource Center policies.

Participate in college initiatives and staff development programs and tutor training.

Job Duties (Safety / Policy & Procedures)

Abide by the policies and procedures published in the Board of Regents Policies and College Policies & Procedures

Contribute to a safe educational & working environment.

Adhere to established safety and health procedures and practices for the purpose of providing injury and illness prevention for self and others.

Complete quarterly health and safety training pursuant to OCCC’s established safety and health procedures and practices.

Participate in all applicable OCCC emergency, evacuation, shelter in place drills and be prepared to take action and assist others in taking appropriate action should a health or safety emergency occur.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Current OCCC student enrolled in 6 or more credit hours (fall and spring) or 3 credit hours (summer)?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you a current OCCC student with Federal Work Study Program award?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have successful completion of the equivalent of Math 1483, Math 1513, Math 1533, Math 2013, or a subsequent course with a grade of B or better?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Have you attached all required documents?
  • Yes
  • No