Professional Tutor- Biology

Illinois Central College; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 24,108 - 30,307; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Tuition waivers for employee and dependents

403(b) retirement plans

On-site childcare center

Job summary

A community college in Illinois is seeking a Professional Tutor for Biology to provide tutoring instruction and academic support. Candidates should have an Associate's degree or higher in Biology or a related field and strong communication skills. The role requires a commitment of at least 15 hours per week and involves creating a positive learning atmosphere. Benefits for eligible staff include tuition waivers, medical insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills essential for tutoring.
• Experience in an educational setting preferred.
• Ability to work minimum 15 hours a week.

Responsibilities

• Provide tutoring instruction to students.
• Create a positive learning atmosphere.
• Prepare supplemental materials specific to subjects.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's degree or higher in Biology or related field

Job description

**Position Title:**Professional Tutor- Biology**Campus:**All Campuses**Employment Type:**Staff, UnclassifiedPart time**Department:**Learning Labs**Start Date:**11/24/2025**Job Description:****Summary**The Tutor is primarily responsible for facilitating student learning and helping students understand concepts or applications of course content. This position supports students and assists them in gaining effective study skills and maximizing their potential for their academic success.* Must be able to work a minimum of 15 hours a week and willing to work at both campus locations* Peoria and East Peoria CampusMust be able to tutor in the following subjects:* Physiology and Anatomy* Life Sciences* Microbiology**Compensation for the PT Professional Tutor is $17.50- $22.00 an hour.****Essential Functions***This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.** Provide tutoring instruction to students.* Provide overall academic support in assigned subject.* Professional, knowledgeable and patient at all times.* Create a positive learning atmosphere within the Academic Support Program.* Maintain confidentiality and appropriate boundaries with students.* Prepare supplemental materials specific to subject.* Perform related duties as required.**Minimum Qualifications***The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities.** Associate's degree or higher in Biology or related field.* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.* Strong verbal and written communication skills.* Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain cooperative and professional working relationships with others.**Preferred Qualifications*** Prior enrollment and completion in the selected course.* Experience as a tutor, teacher, or instructor.* Experience with Academic Software applications.* Experience working in an online learning environment.* Experience working in higher education.## Illinois Central College offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees, including:* ## paid time off;* ## 11 paid holidays; 2 floating holidays* ## medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance;* ## tuition waivers for employee, spouse and dependent children;* ## on-site childcare center;* ## 403(b) retirement plans; and* ## State University Retirement System pension plan.## To learn more about full-time at ICC.## Who We AreAt Illinois Central College, we believe everyone should have access to a college education. We are a community college making a big impact. Regardless of where you’ve been or where you’d like to go, ICC has the programs, the faculty, and the staff to help you achieve your dreams.ICC is seeking talented, hard-working individuals to join our growing team. We value collaboration, community, creativity, leadership, and inclusion. As an ICC team member, you will join a dynamic group of talented professionals who believe that education is the path to a brighter future.