Tutor I - Biology

Johnson County Community College; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discount

Flexible scheduling

Gym access

Job summary

Johnson County Community College (JCCC) in Overland Park, KS, seeks a part-time Tutor I - Biology to assist students in lower-level biology courses, online or in-person, using models and online resources. The role supports lab techniques, FERPA-compliant record-keeping, and referral to campus resources.

The position requires a high school diploma with some undergraduate science/mathematics coursework, familiarity with lab techniques, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with successful completion of one year of undergraduate coursework in science and math in addition to specific courses such as General Biology, Cell Biology and Microbiology.
• Must be familiar with laboratory techniques.
• Require good communication skills, including listening with understanding and patience.
• Ability to explain concepts in Biology, both orally and in written form in a one to one or small group setting.

Responsibilities

• Tutor students through drop-in, by-appointment, and/or semester-long tutoring (online and/or in-person) lower-level biology courses by helping students understand concepts clearly with the use of anatomical models and online resources and providing guidance with lab techniques including the use of microscope.
• Refer students to appropriate resources within the relevant resource center and larger Academic Resource Center.
• Refer students to appropriate resources outside the relevant resource center/Academic Resource Center with consultation/direction from the relevant supervisor.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records, adhering to FERPA and keeping appropriate staff updated on student progress and problems.
• Assist in the daily activities of the center, cover the front desk and checkout resources when needed, ensure students are checked in/out, help maintain a positive, clean, and organized center space and make sure students follow the policies of the center.
• Assist students with computer systems/software and help students troubleshoot computer problems as they impact tutoring operations.
• Use the scheduling system to manage and maintain tutoring schedules.
• Participate in mandatory center training and other campus-wide training opportunities as appropriate.
• Follow good work ethics by reporting on time at the center and staying the whole time according to the schedule and reporting absences in advance if possible; if not, in a timely manner so that alternate arrangements can be made.

Skills

Biology concepts

Lab techniques

Communication skills

Explain biology concepts

Education

High School diploma

One year of undergrad biology and math coursework

Tools

Microscopy

Job description

Position

Tutor I - Biology

Department

Academic Affairs

Type of Position

Part-time Temporary

Exemption Status

Non-Exempt

Work Schedule, Hours per week

Weekday mornings & afternoons, 12 hours per week

Opportunity for hybrid schedule

No

Starting Salary Range

$16.68-$21.23 and determined based on relevant years of work experience provided on application and resume.

Position Summary

Tutor students through a variety of modalities and methods, refer students to other relevant resources, and assist with daily activities in the relevant resource center for Johnson County Community College (JCCC).

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma with successful completion of one year of undergraduate coursework in science and math in addition to specific courses such as General Biology, Cell Biology and Microbiology.
• Must be familiar with laboratory techniques.
• Require good communication skills, including listening with understanding and patience.
• Ability to explain concepts in Biology, both orally and in written form in a one to one or small group setting.

Position Details

Job duties include but are not limited to:

• Tutor students through drop-in, by-appointment, and/or semester-long tutoring (online and/or in-person) lower-level biology courses by helping students understand concepts clearly with the use of anatomical models and online resources and providing guidance with lab techniques including the use of microscope.
• Refer students to appropriate resources within the relevant resource center and larger Academic Resource Center.
• Refer students to appropriate resources outside the relevant resource center/Academic Resource Center with consultation/direction from the relevant supervisor.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records, adhering to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and keeping appropriate staff updated on student progress and problems.
• Assist in the daily activities of the center, cover the front desk and checkout resources when needed , ensure students are checked in/out, help maintain a positive, clean, and organized center space and make sure students follow the policies of the center.
• Assist students with computer systems/software and help students troubleshoot computer problems as they impact tutoring operations.
• Use the appropriate scheduling system to manage and maintain tutoring schedules.
• Participate in mandatory center training and other campus-wide training opportunities as appropriate.
• Follow good work ethics by reporting on time at the center and staying the whole time according to the schedule and reporting absences in advance if possible; if not, in a timely manner so that alternate arrangements can be made .

*Other duties as assigned.

To be considered for this position we will require an application, resume, and unofficial transcripts

Benefits Category

For Part‑time partial is employees who have a more flexible schedule working less than 630 hours a year

• Tuition discount for JCCC courses
• More flexibility on scheduling

Additional Incentives

• Free access to the Gym on campus for all employees and dependents
• Discount to the Hiersteiner Child Development Center
• Snow days
• Professional development funding and training opportunities
• Mentorship program
• Recognition and awards programs
• Employee wellness programs

About JCCC

Established in 1969, Johnson County Community College is dedicated to transforming lives and strengthening communities through learning. Located in Overland Park, Kansas, JCCC has enjoyed a national reputation for educational excellence and student success for more than 50 years. That's five decades dedicated to smaller class sizes, more resources and a thriving campus culture – not to mention our competitive tuition rates and extracurricular experiences that transcend the norm.

Mission

JCCC inspires learning to transform lives and strengthen communities.

Vision

JCCC will be an innovative leader in equitable student access, learning and success.

Equal Employment Opportunity

JCCC is an equal opportunity employer and equal access institution. JCCC does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, religion, marital status, parental status, military status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other factors that cannot be lawfully considered in its programs and activities, which includes employment and admissions, in accordance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Equal Pay Act of 1963, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Executive Order 11246, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Vietnam Era Veteran’s Readjustment Assistance Act, the Jobs for Veterans Act of 2002, the Kansas Acts Against Discrimination and all other applicable civil rights and nondiscrimination laws.

Inquiries concerning JCCC's compliance with its nondiscrimination policies (including Title IX, Title VI and Section 504 inquiries) may be referred to a Title IX Coordinator [e-mail], or Director of Human Resources, or the Dean of Students and Learner Engagement at Johnson County Community College, 12345 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS 66210, 913-469-8500; or to Office for Civil Rights, Kansas City Office, U.S. Department of Education, One Petticoat Lane, 1010 Walnut Street, Suite 320, Kansas City, MO 64106, Telephone: [phone], Facsimile: 816-268-0559,Email to: [e-mail].

Disclosure

If you need any assistance throughout the search process, please reach out to the [e-mail]. In accordance with the college policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. Individual hiring departments at JCCC may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions as part of the applicant selection/hiring process. Many departments require those selected for hire to submit a certified transcript for all degrees obtained. For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to apply prior to the review date listed in posting.

Duties and responsibilities, as required by business necessity, may be added, deleted or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing. Scheduling, shift assignments and work location may be changed at any time, as required by business necessity.

If you are an applicant requesting assistance or a reasonable accommodation in the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 913-469-3877, or email [e-mail].

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