Physical Science Center Tutor / Lab Aide - TAP

Oklahoma City Community College; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 9,643,000 - 11,021,000; Part time

Job summary

Oklahoma City Community College's Physical Science Center is seeking a part-time Tutor / Lab Aide for the TAP program. You will assist students with lecture and lab materials, and support daily PSC operations.

Hours range from 10 to 25 per week with some evenings or weekends possible. A grade of B or better in relevant courses is required, and you will maintain a clean, safe lab environment while communicating effectively with students and staff.

Qualifications

• Must have documentation of grade B or better in PSC-related courses.
• Must be able to work 10–25 hours per week with flexible scheduling.
• Adhere to safety policies and lab procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with lecture material and lab work.
• Support PSC operations and aid PSC staff.
• Answer phones and direct students; provide general PSC information.
• Open/close PSC following procedures.
• Maintain lab cleanliness and organize storage areas.
• Participate in safety training and drills.

Skills

Hazard awareness

Basic computer skills

Tutoring knowledge

Organization skills

Safety policies

Self-motivation

Problem solving

Punctuality

Communication skills

Education

General chemistry I & II

Physics I & II

Job description

Physical Science Center Tutor / Lab Aide - TAP

Position Information

Position Information (Default Section)

Classification Title

Classification Title Temporary Non-Exempt

Working Title

Working Title Physical Science Center Tutor / Lab Aide - TAP

Datatel Position ID SEMA0TAPTUTR0A

Annual Hours

Annual Hours As needed or assigned not to exceed 25 hours a week or 750 hours per year.

Placement Range

Placement Range $10.00

Position Type

Position Type Temporary Part-time

Job Category

Job Category Non-Exempt

General Description

The Physical Sciences Center ( PSC ) Tutor/Lab Aide is a dual role position. Their duties include assisting students with their lecture and lab materials. Additionally, they will need to assist in the daily operations of the PSC and its associated labs, this includes providing support services to students, faculty and other PSC staff.

Reports To

Reports To Physical Sciences Center Lab Supervisor

What position(s) reports to this position?

None

Must provide documentation exhibiting the grade of B (or better) in any course(s) they plan to assist students with for the PSC .

Required Knowledge, Skills & Ability

• Ability to observe and detect signs of hazards and obstacles that may cause injury to students and staff in the Physical Sciences Center and Labs
• Basic computer skills
• Knowledge relevant to tutoring any course work for which the applicant is applying.
• Maintain a clean and organized work and storage area
• Must be able to adhere to policies, procedures and guidelines to assure personal safety, and the safety of other personnel
• Must be able to independently perform the essential responsibilities of the position
• Must be adept at problem-solving and conflict resolution
• Must be punctual and reliable
• Must demonstrate effective communication, customer service expertise, and human relations skills while performing at work

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

1. GENERAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : Medium work: This position requires the person to occasionally exert up to 50 pounds of force and frequently exert up to 10 pounds of force to constantly grasp, lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. 2. PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES : This position requires the person to frequently communicate with and listen to students, faculty, staff, and others to perform the essential functions of the position. Must be able to exchange accurate information in various situations. This position requires the person to frequently move about the Chemistry/Physics Lab to assist students and perform the essential functions of the position. This position frequently requires the person to operate a computer and other office/lab equipment to perform the essential functions of the position. This position requires the person to frequently operate equipment that involves repetitive motions of hands and wrists. This position requires the person to frequently remain in a standing and stationary position. This position requires the person to frequently position self to access materials that may be above head or at ground level. This position requires the person to use upper and lower body to exert force up to 50 pounds to push, pull, grasp, and/or lift materials or equipment. This position requires the person to frequently position self to work with lab equipment or assist students. 3. VISUAL ACUITY : This position requires the person to judge, observe and assess the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations. 4. WORKING CONDITIONS This position’s essential functions are performed in an indoor, office or lab setting. This position requires the person to frequently be exposed to hazards such as but not limited to: close proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, exposure to high heat, chemicals, oils, or infectious diseases, fumes, odors, dusts, mists, and gases.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completed general chemistry I & II
• AND /OR
• Completed physics I & II
• (equivalent course work will be evaluated and accepted)

Required Training

All OCCC training that is appropriate for this position when offered.

Work Hours

Flexible work schedule ranging from 10 – 25 hours per week, may include nights or weekends depending on PSC operational requirements. Hours are set each semester.

Department

Department Physical Science Lab

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 08/25/2026

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled No

HR Contact

Posting Number

Posting Number Student, Work Study, Temporary_0402962

Job Duties

Job Duties (Position Specific)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

Job Duties (Duties Assignment Statement)

• PSC Tutor/Lab Aide assists students with their lecture material, lab work, and special projects in person or via zoom during their work hours in the PSC .
• Effectively interact and communicate with students, faculty and staff while performing duties.
• Assist with administrative tasks in the PSC including answering phones, directing students, answering general questions about the PSC and campus.
• Participate in training offered by OCCC appropriate to this position to remain effective in this positions assigned duties.
• Assist in opening or closing the PSC following procedures as assigned.
• Assist PSC lab assistants and staff with maintenance and upkeep of lab and communal areas, to include sweeping, moping, dusting etc.
• Wash, rinse, dry and store laboratory glassware in designated storage areas.
• Perform routine housekeeping tasks to maintain laboratory, preparation, and stockroom areas in a clean and orderly condition.

Job Duties (Safety / Policy & Procedures)

• Abide by the policies and procedures published in the Board of Regents Policies and College Policies & Procedures
• Contribute to a safe educational & working environment.
• Adhere to established safety and health procedures and practices for the purpose of providing injury and illness prevention for self and others.
• Complete quarterly health and safety training pursuant to OCCC’s established safety and health procedures and practices.
• Participate in all applicable OCCC emergency, evacuation, shelter in place drills and be prepared to take action and assist others in taking appropriate action should a health or safety emergency occur.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Have you attached the required documentation exhibiting the grade of B (or better) in any course(s) they plan to assist students with for the PSC?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Have you attached all required documents?
  • Yes
  • No