Part-Time Student Success Tutor (Math & Reading)

New Jersey Institute of Technology; Nebraska; On-site; USD 22,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

New Jersey Institute of Technology seeks a part-time Teacher Assistant/Tutor for the NJ GEAR UP/College Bound program. The role supports students in mathematics, reading, and writing, and maintains records and prepares students for college-level expectations.

The position operates year-round with specific schedules during the Academic Year and Summer Sessions; requires a state-mandated background check; collaboration with instructors is essential to student success.

Qualifications

• Completion of the equivalent coursework of a college sophomore (24 credits) and current enrollment in good academic standing, or graduation from an accredited college or university.
• Education and experience prerequisites may be waived at the university's discretion if an equivalent combination of education and experience demonstrates readiness for the position.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in integrating mathematics, reading, and writing skills.
• Maintain accurate academic records, program statistics related to student resource utilization, and student files.
• Assist students in developing communication, study, time management, and test-taking skills.
• Help students build confidence in academic subject areas while strengthening problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Support students in developing mathematics, science, reading, and language skills in preparation for state-mandated assessments, including PARCC, PSAT, SAT, ACT, or equivalent examinations.
• Attend all required staff development and training sessions.
• Assist in creating a positive learning environment that encourages student engagement, self-motivation, and academic success.
• Assist with the administration and evaluation of standardized diagnostic and placement assessments.
• Implement emergency lesson plans in the absence of an instructor.

Education

Equivalent college coursework (24 credits) and enrollment in good academic standing or graduation from an accredited college/university

Job description

New Jersey Institute of Technology seeks a part-time Teacher Assistant/Tutor for the NJ GEAR UP/College Bound program. The role supports students in mathematics, reading, and writing, and maintains records and prepares students for college-level expectations.

The position operates year-round with specific schedules during the Academic Year and Summer Sessions; requires a state-mandated background check; collaboration with instructors is essential to student success.