Physical Science Center Tutor - Student

Oklahoma City Community College; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Oklahoma City Community College seeks a Physical Science Center Tutor - Student to assist students with chemistry or physics material during PSC hours. The role supports lab and lecture content, working under the Physical Sciences Lab Supervisor.

Flex hours total 10–25 per week; nights or weekends may be required. Current OCCC student status required, with potential Federal Work Study eligibility; documentation of grades may be needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to observe and detect signs of hazards and obstacles.
• 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 adhere to policies, procedures and guidelines for safety.
• Must be able to independently perform the essential responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with lecture material and lab work during scheduled hours.
• Support PSC staff with general maintenance and housekeeping of areas.
• Answer phones, direct students, and respond to general PSC questions.
• Interact effectively with students, faculty and staff during duties.
• Participate in safety trainings and emergency drills as required.

Skills

Hazard awareness

Basic computer skills

Tutoring knowledge

Organization

Policy awareness

Independent work

Problem solving

Punctuality

Communication

Job description

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

If selected for the position, applicants will be required to provide:

A schedule detailing their available work hours

A current class schedule and transcript

A recommendation letter from a current OCCC chemistry or physics faculty (optional)

Applicants who do not attach the required documents will not be considered for the position.

For application assistance or questions, please contact Human Resources at [phone], Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

Position Information

Position Information (Default Section)

Classification Title

Classification Title Student Employment Program (FWSP/STEP)

Working Title

Working Title Physical Science Center Tutor - Student

Datatel Position ID SEMA8FEDWORK1A / SEMA9STEPROG1A

Annual Hours

Annual Hours As needed or assigned, not to exceed 25 hours a week.

Placement Range

Placement Range $10.00

Position Type

Position Type Student Employee

Job Category

Job Category Student

General Description

The Physical Sciences Center ( PSC ) Tutor assists students with their lecture and lab material, related to chemistry or physics, during scheduled hours in the Physical Sciences Center.

Reports To

Reports To Physical Sciences Lab Supervisor

What position(s) reports to this position?

None

Must be a current OCCC student enrolled in a minimum of 6 hours for the Fall or Spring semester or enrolled in a minimum of 3 hours for the Summer semester.

OR

Must be a current OCCC student with a Federal Work Study award.

AND

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 & Abilities

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 :

Light work: This position requires the person to occasionally exert up to 20 pounds of force.

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 PSC 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 occasionally position self to access materials that may be above head or at ground level.

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 setting.

Preferred Qualifications

Completed general chemistry I & II

OR

Completed physics I & II

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. Schedules will respect the students course load demands.

Department

Department Physical Science Lab

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 08/25/2026

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled No

HR Contact

Special Instructions to Applicants

If selected for the position, applicants will be required to provide:

A schedule detailing their available work hours

A current class schedule and transcript

A recommendation letter from a current OCCC chemistry or physics faculty (optional)

Applicants who do not attach the required documents will not be considered for the position.

For application assistance or questions, please contact Human Resources at [phone], Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

Posting Number

Posting Number Student, Work Study, Temporary_0402966

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)

Assist in opening or closing the PSC following procedures as assigned.

Assist PSC staff with general maintenance and house-keeping of communal areas.

Assist with administrative tasks in the PSC including answering phones, directing students, answering general questions about the PSC and campus.

Effectively interact and communicate with students, faculty and staff while performing duties.

Participate in training offered by OCCC appropriate to this position to remain effective in this positions assigned duties.

PSC Tutor will assist students with their lecture material, lab work, and special projects in person or via zoom during their work hours in the PSC .

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 (*).

• * Are you a current OCCC student enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours for the Fall or Spring semester or enrolled in a minimum of 3 credit hours for the Summer semester. OR Current OCCC student with a Federal Work Study award?
  • Current OCCC student enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours for the Fall or Spring semester or enrolled in a minimum of 3 credit hours for the Summer semester.
  • Current OCCC student with a Federal Work Study award.
  • None of the above.
• * Have you attached the required documentation exhibiting the grade of B (or better) in any course(s) you plan to assist students with for the PSC?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Have you attached all required documents?
  • Yes
  • No