Part Time - Chemistry - Professional Tutor

The Pennsylvania State University; Abington Township (PA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University Abington seeks a Professional Chemistry Tutor to support undergraduate students in the Chaiken Center for Student Success. The tutor will develop workshops, create chemistry resources, and collaborate with faculty to ensure tutoring aligns with course objectives.

The role requires maintaining student records and contributing to Canvas-based materials, with outreach to underserved students and support for exam preparation.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Chemistry or related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong written, verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Experience in academic support services and assessment practices.

Responsibilities

• Provides individual Chemistry tutoring for students.
• Develops workshops and teaching resources aligned with course objectives.
• Maintains detailed records of student progress and outcomes.
• Assists in developing self-directed learning strategies for students.
• Collaborates with faculty and Chaiken Center staff to promote tutoring services.
• Supports scheduling and documentation via Starfish.

Skills

Chemistry tutoring

Workshop development

Student mentorship

Communication skills

Curriculum alignment

Education

Master's degree in Chemistry or related discipline

Tools

Canvas

Starfish

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Penn State Abington seeks engaging and dynamic candidate to fill a newly created opening of Professional Chemistry Tutor. This role will work in the Chaiken Center for Student Success to provide tutoring in Chemistry to undergraduate university students. The tutor will also develop workshops, structured academic initiatives, as well as other collaborative opportunities that engage faculty, student organizations, and other members of the campus community. The Professional Tutor will interact with faculty and staff to promote the services of the Chaiken Center and to ensure that tutoring services align with the course objectives. The Professional Tutor will be responsible for maintaining a record for each student tutored, e.g., Starfish Outcome Notes, Client Report Forms, Satisfaction Surveys, etc.

Job Duties

• Provides individual Chemistry tutoring for students.
• Assigns practice exercises as needed.
• Mentors students in completion and review of class assignments.
• Assists students in preparing for exams.
• Assists students in developing greater self-directed learning strategies.
• Creates and maintains a Chemistry-focused Canvas course shell which will serve as a repository of Chemistry resources tutors can use as they work with their students.
• Monitors scheduling & documentation through Starfish.
• Maintains detailed records: Starfish Outcome Notes, Client Report Forms, Satisfaction Surveys, and other assessment measures.
• Creates and compiles Chemistry-focused instructional and marketing materials.
• Develops and delivers workshops, presentations, and online resources for students on a range of Chemistry topics.
• Provides administrative support for the Chaiken Center for Student Success.
• Serves as a liaison to academic departments and related services.
• Performs intentional outreach and interacts directly with under-served and under-resourced students.
• Leads/coordinate special projects or initiatives as assigned.
• Collaborates with professors to ensure that tutoring complements classroom instruction.

Requirements and Qualifications

Successful candidates will possess:

• A Master's degree (preferred) in Chemistry or a related discipline, 3+ years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Understanding of and familiarity with effective assessment practices focusing on academic support services.
• Excellent written, verbal communication, and presentation skills.
• Innovation and creativity in program development.
• Proven presentation, group facilitation, and teaching skills.
• Extensive ability to collaborate and develop relationships with a wide range of constituents.
• Ability to work with a diverse student population.
• Outstanding teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work late afternoon/early evening and, on occasion, weekend hours.

Compensation: The starting rate for this job is $25/hour.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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