Part Time - Physics - Professional Tutor

The Pennsylvania State University; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State Abington seeks an engaging and dynamic candidate to fill a newly created Professional Physics Tutor role in the Chaiken Center for Student Success. The tutor will provide Physics tutoring to undergraduates, develop workshops, and create Physics resources that align with course objectives.

The position requires strong communication, teaching, and collaboration with faculty. The tutor will also maintain detailed student records and participate in outreach and special projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Physics or related discipline, 3+ years of experience or equivalent.
• Strong communication, presentation, and writing skills.
• Ability to collaborate with faculty and staff to align tutoring with course objectives.
• Experience developing workshops and learning resources.
• Ability to mentor and support a diverse student population.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual Physics tutoring for students.
• Assign practice exercises and review progress.
• Develop and deliver Physics workshops and online resources.
• Maintain records of student progress (Starfish, surveys, reports).
• Coordinate with Chaiken Center staff and academic departments.

Skills

Physics tutoring

Communication skills

Teaching skills

Collaboration

Presentation skills

Creative program development

Education

Master's degree in Physics

Tools

Canvas

Starfish

Job description

Penn State Abington seeks engaging and dynamic candidate to fill a newly created opening of Professional Physics Tutor. This role will work in the Chaiken Center for Student Success to provide tutoring in Physics 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 Physics 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 Physics-focused Canvas course shell which will serve as a repository of Physics 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 Physics-focused instructional and marketing materials.
• Develops and delivers workshops, presentations, and online resources for students on a range of Physics 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 interact directly with under-served and under-resourced students.
• Leads/coordinates special projects or initiatives as assigned.
• Collaborates with professors to ensure that tutoring complements classroom instruction.

Requirements and Qualifications

• A Master's degree (preferred) in Physics 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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