STUDENT WORKER-RESOURCE CENTER STUDENT TUTOR

North Central Missouri College; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

North Central Missouri College seeks a student tutor to support the Savannah Resource Center. You will facilitate one-to-one and small-group tutoring, both in person and online, and help students set short- and long-term academic goals.

The role emphasizes guiding learning and referring students when needed. You will coordinate with the Tutoring Center Coordinator, participate in tutor trainings, and contribute to a supportive, student-centered environment that fosters effective study practices

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the tutoring subject.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Active listening and approachable demeanor.
• Ability to explain concepts clearly and adapt to student needs.

Responsibilities

• Attend tutor training workshops.
• Conduct small-group and/or one-to-one tutoring.
• Help students develop study habits and study skills.
• Assist with projects and prep for quizzes and tests.
• Explain concepts and ask questions to encourage independent thinking.
• Encourage students to complete homework assignments.
• Be punctual and reliable.
• Maintain contact with the Tutoring Center Coordinator.

Skills

Subject mastery

Verbal communications

Written communication

Active listening

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Description

Position Summary: Student tutors facilitate student academic skill development. This position requires excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Tutors coordinate learning and provide one-to-one and small group tutoring within the Tutoring Center, as well as online. Tutors will work with students to assess their learning needs, set short-term goals for the session, long-term goals for academic development, and assist them in reaching those goals. Tutors will act as referral agents for students struggling either academically or personally and should have a genuine concern for the needs of students.

Classification

Work Study/Work Assist

Department

Savannah Resource Center

Reports To

Shellee Castanada, Resource Center Coordinator

Length

Fall and Spring

Location

Savannah Campus, Savannah, MO

Essential Functions

• Attend tutor training workshops
• Conduct small-group and/or one-to-one tutoring
• Help students develop positive study habits and study skills
• Help students with projects and to prepare for quizzes and tests
• Explain concepts and ask questions that encourage students to think and work independently
• Encourage students to complete homework assignments
• Be at work on time as scheduled
• Maintain contact with the Tutoring Center Coordinator
• Exhibit excellent customer service skills toward all students and NCMC faculty/staff
• Perform other record-keeping and resource maintenance duties
• Schedule and conduct online tutoring when requested

Requirements

Qualifications

Skills: Students must have a strong knowledge of the subject they are tutoring. Strong verbal and written communication. Ability to explain concepts clearly. Active listening and approachable demeanor. Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work with a wide range of students.

Physical Demands

Moving about between buildings on the NCMC campus, ascending and descending stairs, reaching, pulling, and pushing when filing, able to do repetitive tasks, remain stationary at a desk for extended periods of time.

Environmental Demands

Fluctuations while walking on tile and carpeted floors in a heated and air conditioned environment.