Part-Time Biology Tutor — Elevate Study Skills & Confidence

Holiday Inn Manhattan Time Square South; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Union Local 1708

Job summary

Harry S Truman College is seeking a part-time Tutor-Skills for Biology to assist students in the Science Tutoring Center. The role supports one-on-one or small-group tutoring and helps students develop independent study skills to enhance learning outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds an associate degree (bachelor's preferred) and can tutor General Biology; Anatomy & Physiology and Microbiology are a strong plus. Weekend and evening availability is preferred.

Qualifications

• Completion of an Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Ability to tutor General Biology required; Anatomy and Physiology and Microbiology highly preferred.
• Must be able to demonstrate and teach study skills effectively.
• Possess excellent communication skills and ability to work with a diverse student body.
• Must be self-directed and able to complete assignments in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Provides academic assistance to assigned tutees, either in a group or individually.
• Establishes liaison with the instructor and works under the instructor’s direction to assist the student.
• Attends periodic training sessions given by staff members to increase competency in working with students.
• Maintains records on each student who is being tutored, including follow-up and periodic assessment.
• Schedules tutoring appointments.
• Provides evaluations and other reports as required by staff.
• Helps students develop positive attitudes toward learning and studying and helps students develop a high level of motivation in academic areas.
• Assists students in achieving a better understanding of specific subject material and in improving academic capabilities in designated areas.
• Helps students develop the study skills necessary for academic success.
• Establishes and maintains rapport with the assigned students.
• Assists in designing and implementing class cooperative projects.

Skills

General Biology tutoring

Anatomy & Physiology

Microbiology

Study skills

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Harry S Truman College is seeking a part-time Tutor-Skills for Biology to assist students in the Science Tutoring Center. The role supports one-on-one or small-group tutoring and helps students develop independent study skills to enhance learning outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds an associate degree (bachelor's preferred) and can tutor General Biology; Anatomy & Physiology and Microbiology are a strong plus. Weekend and evening availability is preferred.