Part-Time Math Lab Assistant

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Baytown (TX); On-site; Part time

Job summary

A community college in Baytown, Texas is seeking a Part-Time Math Lab Assistant to tutor students in various mathematics subjects. The role includes assisting students with homework platforms, programming software, and maintaining records in the Math Lab. Ideal candidates are majoring in Mathematics or Engineering with a minimum GPA of 3.5 in relevant courses and prior tutoring experience preferred. This role also includes a rotating weekend schedule and supports virtual tutoring efforts.

Qualifications

• Must be majoring in Mathematics or Engineering.
• Minimum 3.5 GPA in Mathematics courses.
• Prior tutoring experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Tutor students in various levels of Mathematics.
• Assist students with homework platforms like MML.
• Maintain accurate records of student usage hours.

Skills

Tutoring students in mathematics

Knowledge of Calculus and Differential Equations

Familiarity with homework platforms

Experience with MATLAB and Mathematica

Education

Major in Mathematics or Engineering

Minimum 3.5 GPA in Mathematics courses

Job description

Part-Time Math Lab Assistant

Job Type: Part-Time

Job Number: FY2300111

Location: Main Campus - Baytown, TX

Division: Provost/Academic & Student Affairs

Position Overview

Tutor students in various levels of Mathematics. Either in person or virtually, provide academic computing support needs for students. Assist in administering, monitoring, and maintaining records of testing students.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Complete Calculus sequence courses (Calculus I, II, III), Introduction to Differential Equations and Introduction to Linear Algebra courses.
• Maintain current knowledge of Mathematics course work.
• Tutor students on an individual basis or within groups in various fields of Mathematics.
• Assist students with various homework platforms (e.g., MML, and Web Assign).
• Assist in filing, administering, and maintaining records for testing of students in various levels of Mathematics for the Testing Center in the Math Lab.
• Maintain current knowledge of updates in homework math software and hardware in the Math Lab.
• Assist students with using programming software (i.e., Matlab and Mathematica).
• Assist in maintaining accurate records of student usage hours (students' login) for the Math Lab.
• Assist in checking out calculators and textbooks to students and/or faculty.
• Answer desk phone and take messages for Math Lab Coordinator or other faculty.
• Work a rotating weekend (Friday and Saturday), and closing weeknights in the Math Lab.
• Assist in mentoring new tutors.
• Assist in providing virtual tutoring services for hybrid/online courses.
• Monitor and respond to chat requests for the math lab.
• Maintain a positive and passionate work attitude when assisting students with their needs.

Additional Duties & Responsibilities

Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Must be majoring in Mathematics or Engineering
• Minimum 3.5 GPA in Mathematics courses
• Prior tutoring experience preferred

Lee College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law.

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