Extra Help Assistant/Trojan Tutor (Technology Tutor)

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Closing Date:

04/01/2025

Type of Position:

Clerical

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Department:

Trojan Tutoring

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

Trojan Tutoring is provided for General Education/Core Curriculum subjects and courses (generally 1000/2000 level courses that are not already provided by existing tutoring services or centers i.e. composition, math, and applied communication). Designs an individualized approach to the tutorial session, explains the steps taken to understand the information and concepts, Facilitates tutee insight into the underlying thought process to promote independent learning, Builds students’ confidence as they integrate effective learning and study strategies, and shares effective study skills such as note-taking, time management, and test-taking strategies. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Qualifications:

Required Education and/or Experience:

• Must be a student currently enrolled at UA Little Rock.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review classroom or curricula topics and assignments;
• Assist students with homework, projects, test preparation, papers, research, and other academic tasks;
• Work with students to help them understand key concepts, especially those learned in the classroom;
• Teach skills to improve academic performance, including study strategies, note-taking skills, and approaches to answering test questions;
• Demonstrating academic best practices for specific subjects and assignments.
• Provide students with positive and constructive feedback;
• Build meaningful connections with students from diverse backgrounds;
• Instruct students both in person and over video conferencing;
• Diagnosis student needs through active listening techniques and questioning strategies;
• Recognize different learning styles and student preferences.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of course materials for courses tutor is assisting;
• Knowledge of video conferencing and email systems;
• Skilled in interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills;
• Skilled in conducting virtual and in-person meetings;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality;
• Ability to work effectively with limited supervision;
• Ability to adapt to changing situations and troubleshoot appointment issues when necessary;
• Ability to dem