Temporary Tutor, Science

Palm Beach State College; United States; Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement program

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Palm Beach State College in Florida is seeking a tutoring assistant to support students in courses like Principles of Chemistry, General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Anatomy & Physiology, Biology, and Physics. You will conduct sessions in person or virtually, provide feedback, and help students develop study strategies to improve performance.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, strong customer service and communication skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED; some related experience.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Professional or similar application.
• Skilled in delivering a high level of customer service.
• Ability to convey knowledge of a tutorial discipline to others clearly.
• Effective verbal and written communication with diverse customers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tutoring sessions with individual or multiple students in person and virtual environment.
• Provide constructive feedback and suggestions on student assignments.
• Create an engaging learning environment and build student confidence.
• Maintain awareness of College and department policies and guidelines.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal & written communication

Diversity awareness

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

What We Offer

Join our team! What We Offer At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives.

About this role

Job Summary: Responsible for providing tutoring assistance for students within discipline area of expertise. Duties include assisting students with coursework, learning strategies, and overall academic skills development.

Varies Base Pay: $16.51. Offer amount based on College's Salary Schedule guidelines.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducts tutoring sessions with individual or multiple students in person and virtual environment.
• Provides constructive feedback and suggestions on student assignments.
• Creates an engaging learning environment and enhances student confidence and interest in learning.
• Maintains an awareness of current College and department policies and guidelines.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

What to Expect

As part of our recruiting process, we require candidates to complete an assessment test.

Subject Areas

• Principles of Chemistry
• General Chemistry 1 & 2
• Organic Chemistry 1 & 2
• Anatomy & Physiology 1 & 2
• Microbiology
• Concepts of Biology
• Principles of Biology 1 & 2
• Applied Physics
• General Physics 1 & 2

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED Some related experience.
• Knowledge of: Microsoft Office Professional or similar application.
• Skilled in: Delivering a high level of customer service.
• Ability to convey knowledge of tutorial discipline to others in a practical and comprehensive manner.
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing on a regular basis with internal and external customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations, and take responsibility for a high level of service.
• Interact in a positive manner with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education and Experience: In-person and remote tutoring experience.

Work Environment and Physical Demand

• Reach and grasp objects.
• Use of video display terminal.
• Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills.
• Communicate information orally and in writing.
• Receive and understand information through oral and written communication.
• Proofread and check documents for accuracy.
• Work a fluctuating work schedule.

This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

Application Deadline

This position is open until filled.

About the College

Palm Beach State College, Florida's first public community college, was founded in 1933 and has grown to become the largest institution of higher education in Palm Beach County. Currently serving a richly diverse student population of 49,000 annually, the College offers classes at five locations and offers bachelor's and associate degrees, professional certificates, and workforce development programs. With over 1,200 full-time employees, Palm Beach State College offers a highly attractive benefits package including health insurance, a retirement program, tuition assistance, and paid time off.

• health insurance
• a retirement program
• tuition assistance
• paid time off

An Equal Access/Equal Opportunity/Veteran Preference/ADA Employer

Per the Florida Open Records and Public Meeting Laws (286.011), also known as "the Sunshine Laws," all correspondence received from applicants for any position with the College is a matter of public record.

The College complies with all state and federal laws granting rights to applicants for employment or admission to the College.

The College prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, disability, or pregnancy in any of its employment or educational programs or activities.

Applicants who believe they have been discriminated against in the recruitment process should contact the Human Resources and Compliance Director or Chief Human Resources Officer at [phone] or 4200 Congress Avenue, Lake Worth, FL 33461.

Written complaints must be filed within 180 days from the position's closing date for which the applicant applied.

The College prohibits retaliation against any applicant who utilizes the complaint procedure.

Accommodations

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job by contacting the Human Resources and Compliance Director at [phone] for assistance.