Tutor - Part-time - Mathematics

City Colleges of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 29,356; Part time

Job summary

City Colleges of Chicago is seeking a qualified part-time tutor in mathematics to support students' academic progress and promote independent learning. This role involves assisting tutees with upper-level mathematics including calculus and statistics, while maintaining records and establishing liaisons with instructors.

The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree in mathematics, experience in a diverse community college environment, and excellent communication skills. The position is in-person, scheduled up to 29 hours per week, and offers a competitive pay of $21.31 per hour.

Qualifications

• Completion of a bachelor's degree or higher in mathematics.
• Experience working in a large urban community college environment is highly desirable.
• Proficient in subject area to be tutored.

Responsibilities

• Provides academic assistance to assigned tutees, either in a group or individually.
• Establishes liaison with the instructor and works under the instructor’s direction.
• Helps students develop the study skills necessary for academic success.

Skills

Experience tutoring upper-level mathematics

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of effective tutoring techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree in mathematics

Tutoring certification

Job description

Olive-Harvey College – Tutor Part Time – Mathematics

Olive‑Harvey College is seeking a qualified part‑time tutor in mathematics to join our team. The tutor bridges the gap between the college and the needs of the student. This position also helps students make academic progress, while promoting independent learning and self‑reliance. City Colleges has transformed the lives of more than one million alumni through education, and we aim to serve as an economic engine for the City of Chicago. Academic Support is committed to helping students meet their academic and career goals.

Responsibilities

• Provides academic assistance to assigned tutees, either in a group or individually.
• Establishes liaison with the instructor and works under the instructor’s direction to assist the student.
• Attends periodic training sessions given by staff members to increase competency in working with students.
• Maintains records on each student who is being tutored, including follow‑up and periodic assessment.
• Schedules tutoring appointments.
• Provides evaluations and other reports as required by staff.
• Helps students develop positive attitudes toward learning and studying and helps students develop a high level of motivation in academic areas.
• Assists students in achieving a better understanding of specific subject material and in improving academic capabilities in designated areas.
• Helps students develop the study skills necessary for academic success.
• Establishes and maintains rapport with the assigned students.
• Assists in designing and implementing class cooperative projects.

Qualifications

• Completion of a bachelor’s degree or higher in mathematics.
• Consideration will be given to candidates who do not have a bachelor’s degree but possess technical certification(s) necessary for the subject being tutored.
• Possess experience tutoring upper‑level mathematics: Calculus 1‑3, Differential Equations, Linear Algebra, Statistics, Finite Math, and Discrete Math (preferred).
• Proficient in subject area to be tutored.
• Experience working in a large urban community college environment with a diverse cultural and ethnic student body is highly desirable.
• Must be self‑directed and able to complete assignments in a timely manner.
• Knowledge of effective tutoring techniques and strategies in subject area.
• Knowledge of tutoring strategies used for improving student study skills.
• Possess excellent communication skills.
• Completion of tutoring certification preferred.
• Position will be scheduled up to 29 hours per week. This is an in‑person role. Must be able to report to campus for each scheduled shift.
  Salary: $21.31/hour

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