Part-Time Tutor, Academic Success-All Levels

Lone Star College; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 19,864 - 39,812; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Tax-deferred retirement plan

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Lone Star College in Cypress, Texas is looking for a dedicated tutor to assist students in their learning journey while providing a supportive environment that fosters academic growth. The ideal candidate will be responsible for delivering tutoring services, monitoring student progress, and fostering an atmosphere conducive to learning.

The position offers a rewarding hourly pay rate ranging from $14.42 to $28.90 based on education and certification levels, along with excellent benefits including a tuition waiver and retirement plan options.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency in assigned discipline's subject matter.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to work independently with little direct supervision.

Responsibilities

• Effectively delivers tutoring services to students.
• Assists students with development of study skills.
• Keeps regular records of tutoring sessions.
• Monitors and reviews student work.
• Facilitates learning process encouraging student responsibility.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Subject matter proficiency

Education

High School diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Purpose and Scope

Tutors and instruct students and community members who need learning assistance in assigned discipline(s) and study skills. Primary responsibilities include providing tutoring and related services, and providing an atmosphere that is conducive to and encourages learning. Responsible for the general areas of student academic support, institutional service, and professional development.

Essential Job Functions

1. Effectively delivers tutoring services to students at scheduled times (may be individual or group sessions). Posts and maintains a weekly schedule of available hours for student appointments.
2. Assists students with the development of study skills necessary for post‑secondary education.
3. Keeps regular and accurate records of tutoring sessions.
4. Monitors and reviews student work. Modifies and personalizes tutoring strategies to accommodate the different learning styles and needs.
5. Facilitates the learning process by encouraging students to take responsibility for their progress.
6. Interacts with LSC staff and/or faculty to obtain any necessary course syllabi or materials, and to develop tutoring materials in support of the course.
7. Delivers feedback as appropriate to staff and/or faculty regarding student progress.
8. Continues professional education through research and review of relevant material relating to the assigned subject matter.
9. May assist with additional duties as needed, for example, covering the Courtesy Counter, answering phones, organizing materials, checking out resources, and performing other duties as assigned.
10. Completes and submits required documents in an accurate and timely manner.
11. Actively participates in departmental meetings as required.
12. Responsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated proficiency in assigned discipline's subject matter.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.
• Commitment to quality service to students.
• Ability and commitment to work collaboratively.
• Ability to work independently with little direct or continuous supervision.

Physical Abilities

The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

Work Schedule and Conditions

• Equipment used includes PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment.
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position.
• Work is performed in a climate‑controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Transcripts and/or a proficiency test may be required.

Salary

Hourly Pay Rate is $14.42 to $28.90 dependent upon education and CRLA certification levels.

Benefits

By joining our top‑notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment, excellent work/life balance, tuition waiver, participation in a tax‑deferred retirement plan and more.

Additional Information

Lone Star College participates in the E‑Verify program, under which Lone Star College provides the federal government with information from each new employee's Form I‑9 to confirm that the employee is authorized to work in the United States. More information on the E‑Verify program is available at www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.