Student Worker- CSS Embedded Tutor

Western New Mexico University; Silver City (NM); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Silver City is seeking a candidate to facilitate collaborative study sessions for undergraduate and graduate students. Responsibilities include planning study sessions, assisting students with study skills, and maintaining communication with staff. Applicants must be current students, demonstrate excellent customer service skills, and be proficient in Microsoft Office. This role requires multitasking and effective interpersonal communication in a normal office environment.

Qualifications

• Fluent in Microsoft Office Applications.
• Possess good interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of basic academic skills application.

Responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate study sessions for students.
• Assist students in the development of study skills.
• Collect attendance data and engage in marketing activities.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Knowledge of academic skills

Microsoft Office Applications

Education

Current WNMU student

Tools

Office equipment

Computer programs

Job description

Plans and facilitates collaborative learning study sessions for undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in targeted core courses.

Duties

• Attends mandatory leader training prior to the start of each semester.
• Attends all class meetings of targeted course, takes notes, and completes assigned readings.
• Plans and facilitates three-to-five study sessions each week per course utilizing collaborative learning methodologies.
• Assists students in the development of appropriate study skills.
• Maintains consistent communication with supervisory staff regarding session meeting times and locations.
• Attends weekly meetings with supervisory staff and faculty members.
• Collects attendance data for each session and engages in marketing activities during class meetings in order to promote attendance in sessions.
• Distributes, collects and returns various supplemental instruction surveys.
• Completes necessary personnel and administrative paperwork.
• Models appropriate academic attitudes and behaviors to staff, faculty and students.
• Performs work in a timely manner and meets all deadlines.
• Maintains all information confidential.
• Provides a broad range of administrative functions. Maintains comprehensive communication among all contacts (internal and external). Models professional standards and ethics in accordance with WNMU philosophy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education/Background

Current WNMU student.

Job Knowledge

Excellent customer service and communication skills. Possess good interpersonal and organizational skills. Knowledge of basic academic skills application and the ability to demonstrate the successful application of various academic skills. Skill in general office duties and office equipment to include telephones, copier, Fax, and computer/computer programs. Must be knowledgeable of University policies and procedures. Must be able to handle multiple deadlines and maintain accuracy. Must be sensitive to cultural differences within the University and community. Fluent in Microsoft Office Applications.

Working Conditions/ Physical Demands (With or Without Accommodations)

Normal office environment. May be required to lift normal office equipment and materials. Visual acuity to read information from computer screens, forms and other printed materials and information. Able to speak (enunciate) clearly in conversation and general communication. Hearing ability for verbal communication/ conversation/responses via telephone, telephone systems, and face-to-face interactions. Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing, and reaching, flexibility, body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling and prolonged sitting.

Other Requirements

Location

Location Silver City

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