Part-Time Business & Economics Tutor for College Students

CCC

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 24,000 - 34,000

Part time

9 days ago

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Job summary

Truman College’s Mathematics Center is seeking a part-time Tutor for Business to support students in business, math, and related courses. The tutor will provide individual and small-group tutoring, develop study plans, and teach study strategies to enhance academic success.

Responsibilities include scheduling sessions, assisting with problem solving, and preparing students for standardized testing. Preference for Fall 2025 availability on Mondays and Wednesdays 12pm–6pm and a background in

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a field related to the subject(s) being tutored, OR similar technical certifications and training.
Bachelor’s or higher in Management, Accounting or other Business-related field
Completion of tutoring certification preferred.
Experience in teaching, tutoring, or delivering academic support to students at the post-secondary instructional level is strongly preferred.
Experience working in a large, urban community college environment with a diverse cultural and ethnic student body is highly desirable.
Knowledgeable of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Proficiency in the subject area(s) to be tutored
Introductory level Business Principles, Micro and Macro Economics, Managerial Accounting, Financial Accounting
Knowledge of effective tutoring techniques and strategies in subject area(s)
Knowledge of tutoring strategies used for improving students study skills.
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Initiative – Demonstrate willingness to take on responsibilities and job challenges
Attention to Detail – Pay careful attention to detail and thoroughness in completing work tasks.
Dependability – Demonstrate reliability, responsibility, and dependability and fulfill obligations.
Technology Savvy – Capable user of technology who understands the role of technology in the institution and who will guide and support its efficient and effective use.

Responsibilities

Provide academic assistance and tutoring to students on an individual.
Tutor students to help them gain a deeper comprehension of course materials and a better understanding of work assignments to improve their academic success.
Craft effective tutoring plans to address tutee’s weaknesses and strengths; motivates students and provides them with confidence to feel successful.
Provide students with learning strategies including ways to improve study skills and retention, how to organize work, effective use of time, and how to build better study habits.
Schedules individual tutoring sessions at a college’s Tutoring/ Learning Resource/Academic Support Center, based on students requests for tutoring in a specific subject area, course or discipline.
Assists the tutee in problem solving and applying critical thinking techniques in the context of a specific discipline or subject area
Helps students develop positive attitudes and a high level of motivation towards learning and studying, build self-confidence and reduce anxiety or fear of failure in academic work.
Tutors students and provide students with strategies to develop effective study habits and skills to improve academic capabilities.
Prepares students for standardized testing and provides strategies to overcome test anxiety.
Participates in tutor orientation and attends professional development and training sessions to increase competency in subject areas and improve tutoring skills.
May conduct academic skill reviews and lead workshops on academic skills.
Provide ongoing communication with students, Instructors and academic advisors regrading academic progress of individual students
Maintains records on tutoring activities. Provides periodic student assessments and evaluations as required