Professional Tutor- Biology

Illinois Central College; United States; On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

11 paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision, life and long

Tuition waivers for employee, spouse,和

Job summary

Illinois Central College is seeking a part-time Professional Tutor in Biology to support students across Physiology and Anatomy, Life Sciences, and Microbiology. The tutor will work a minimum of 15 hours per week at Peoria and East Peoria campuses, delivering targeted tutoring and study-skills guidance within the Academic Support Program.

The role requires an Associate's degree or higher in Biology or related field and strong communication/interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Study skills coaching

Education

Associate's degree or higher in Biology

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

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 Campus

Must 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

• 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

• 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.

Benefits

• 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.

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