Science Tutor - Learning Center (Bethlehem or Online)

Northampton Community College; Bethlehem Township (PA); Remote; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Northampton Community College seeks part-time science tutors for the Bethlehem campus or online delivery. Tutors assist students in General Biology, Chemistry, and Anatomy & Physiology, using a personalized approach to support understanding and academic success.

Expect to tutor 10–25 hours/week, participate in CRLA training with certification within one year, and attend staff meetings while maintaining records. Prior tutoring is a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• Understanding of the tutoring subject(s) to be taught.
• Associate degree or higher in related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• B grade or above in each course intended to tutor.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; patient with diverse learners.
• Tutoring experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Tutor science disciplines such as General Biology and/or Chemistry and/or Anatomy & Physiology.
• Meet with students on campus and/or online, individually or in small groups.
• Utilize CRLA training and obtain certification within one year of employment.
• Participate in staff meetings and ongoing professional development; maintain records.

Skills

Subject matter expertise

Interpersonal communication

Analytical skills

Patience

Tutoring experience a plus

Education

Associate degree or higher in the discipline

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.

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 degreeor 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

Special Instructions

The number of positions hired varies from semester to semester, depending upon the needs of the department and the College. Please understand that there may not presently be a position available at the time of your application. When an opening becomes available, the hiring manager will look to this pool of candidates for consideration.

Documents required for application:

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter

• References

• Unofficial Transcript