Tutor Module 1: Accounting (East)

Cuyahoga Community College; Kentucky; On-site; USD 20,696 - 29,476; Part time

Job summary

Cuyahoga Community College is seeking an Accounting Tutor to work with students one-on-one or in small groups, helping them understand managerial, cost accounting, and CPA review topics. The role involves developing instructional materials, tracking progress, and promoting independent learning in a flexible schedule that includes days, evenings, and weekends.

Ideal candidates will have an associate’s degree, strong subject knowledge, patient communication, and the ability to adapt explanations

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher as required by the department.
• Ability to explain concepts to others effectively.
• Ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Provides one-on-one and small group tutoring.
• Assists with development and maintenance of instructional materials.
• Maintains accurate records and completes paperwork on deadlines.
• Supports with publicity of tutoring services.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Time management

Microsoft Office

Customer service

Diversity sensitivity

Professional conduct

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Reports To: Prog Mgr, Assessment & Testing

Recruitment Type: External/Internal

Requisition ID: req7218

Employment Type: Part-Time Support Staff

Union Position: Non-Union

Work Schedule: Schedule varies based on the needs of the department. Flexible schedule (days, evenings, weekends). Supervisor will work with selected candidate to set a schedule designed to support the demands of the department.

Job Description:

SUMMARY

The Accounting Tutor works directly with students, either one-on-one or in small group sessions, aiming to foster independent learning and help students achieve their academic goals.

To be effective in this role, tutors should have knowledge from courses such as:

• Managerial Accounting
• Cost Accounting
• CPA Review

Other Tutoring Topics covered include: ledgers, preparing income taxes, preparing financial statements, and cost analysis.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Supports the department’s goal of providing students with supplemental academic support.
• Provides one‑on‑one and small group tutoring support.
• Provides subject‑specific content strategies, attuned to different learning styles and preferences, to help students understand key concepts learned in class.
• Provides direct assistance in the use of equipment and learning materials needed for student’s success.
• Conducts “class visits” and assists with publicizing the College’s tutoring services.
• Assists with the maintenance of accurate records in accordance with stated deadlines.
• Completes all necessary paperwork accurately and according to stated deadlines.
• Assists with the development and maintenance of departmental instructional materials.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience/Training

• Education consistent with the department needs & minimum of associate’s degree in related field of study.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge and competence in the subject matter.
• Ability to explain concepts to others effectively.
• Ability to multitask with varying levels of students and subject material.
• Ability to communicate with faculty regarding expectations of students, assignments, attendance at tutoring sessions and work completed.
• Ability to effectively communicate study strategies to ensure academic success.
• Ability to work comfortably with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Possess patience and positive attitude in establishing an encouraging learning environment.
• Ability to maintain a professional atmosphere through:
• Professional decorum and appearance.
• Ethical and professional conduct.
• Courtesy and tact.
• Possess strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Possess excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to foster a team environment and work collaboratively.
• Ability to work accurately with great attention to detail.
• Possess excellent customer service skills and proven ability to develop and sustain productive customer relationships.
• Possess working knowledge of administrative and scheduling concepts, practices and procedures with the ability to apply to varied situations.
• Demonstrated basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to confidentially and discreetly handle subject matters requiring privacy and sensitivity.
• Possess sensitivity to appropriately respond to the needs of the community.

COMPETENCIES

• Critical Competencies
• Service Focus
• Communications
• Quality of Work

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORKING CONDITIONS

• The work is performed in a normal, professional office environment.
• The work area is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the duties of the job and will perform repetitive motions with hands/fingers using a computer mouse and keyboard to type. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items such as papers, files, pamphlets, books, etc.
• Work may also require walking and standing in conjunction with travel to and attendance at meetings and conferences away from the worksite.

Set‑Rate Non‑Bargaining Part‑Time Position: This is a Part‑Time Non‑Bargaining Unit Position, with the following Set Rate of Pay: $18.21 per hour.

Equal Opportunity Statement: Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.