Science Tutor - Learning Center (Bethlehem or Online)

Northampton Community College; Bethlehem Township (PA); Hybrid; USD 2,066,000 - 3,444,000; Part time

Job summary

Northampton Community College in Bethlehem invites applications for a part-time Science Tutor position in the Learning Center. Tutors assist with General Biology, Chemistry, and Anatomy & Physiology, meeting students on campus and online as needed.

Successful candidates will have an Associate degree or higher in the discipline, strong communication skills, and a commitment to helping a diverse student body succeed. CRLA training is provided and certification is expected within one year.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of the subject(s) they will tutor
• Associate degree or above in the discipline or a related field from a regionally accredited institution
• A grade of B or above in each course the candidate intends to tutor
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, strong analytical skills, an interest in working with a diverse population of students, patience, and a genuine desire to help others learn and succeed
• Previous tutoring experience is a plus but not required

Responsibilities

• Tutor students in science disciplines including General Biology, Chemistry, and Anatomy & Physiology
• Meet with students on campus and/or online in individual or small group settings
• Complete CRLA training and obtain certification within one year
• Participate in staff meetings and ongoing professional development
• Maintain complete and accurate records; respond promptly to correspondence; assist as needed

Education

Associate degree or higher in discipline

Strong understanding of tutoring subjects

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Commitment to diverse student success

Job description

The staff and faculty of Northampton Community College share a single goal: to help students transform their lives through education. It's a goal that reaps rewards thousands of times over the course of a career. Employees at Northampton receive competitive compensation and an array of benefits while working on campuses located in a region with a very high quality of life.

We invite you to consider to applying for one of our currently available positions. For more information on the College, please visit www.northampton.edu. For more information on life in the Lehigh Valley, please visit https://www.northampton.edu/human-resources/life-in-the-area.htm.

NCC is strongly committed to increasing the diversity of the college community and the curriculum. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to identify their strengths or experiences in this area.

Science Tutor - Learning Center (Bethlehem or Online)

Summary

Part-time (approx. 10 to 25 hours per week). Science tutors help students with science disciplines including General Biology and/or Chemistry and/or Anatomy & Physiology. The ability to tutor multiple disciplines is desirable but not essential.

Tutors support student success by utilizing a personalized approach to help each student gain a deeper understanding of course material, devise effective learning strategies, engage in critical thinking, and acquire additional academic skills in order to help the student reach educational goals. Tutors may meet with students on an individual or small group basis on campus and/or online. Tutors are provided with College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA) training and are expected to obtain certification within one year of employment. Tutors are also expected to participate in staff meetings and ongoing professional development activities, promptly respond to correspondence from Learning Center staff, and maintain complete and accurate records. Additional responsibilities may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of the subject(s) that they will tutor
• An Associate degree or above in the discipline or a related field from a regionally accredited institution
• A grade of B or above in each course the candidate intends to tutor
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, strong analytical skills, an interest in working with a diverse population of students, patience, and a genuine desire to help others learn and succeed
• Previous experience as a peer or professional tutor is a plus but not required