Tutor Module 5: Information Technology
Department: Learning Commons
Location: Western Campus
Reports To: Prog Mgr, Test & Tutoring Svc
Recruitment Type: External/Internal
Requisition ID: req7212
Employment Type: Part-Time Support Staff
Union Position: Non-Union
Work Schedule: Schedule to be determined by department needs.
Job Description:
Tutor Module 5: Information Technology
The Information Technology (IT) 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:
- Programming Logic
- Computer Applications
- Quality Assurance
- Web Programming
- Software Testing
Other Tutoring Topics covered include: C family programming languages (Java, C++, Perl), basic programming algorithm structures, data types, syntax, program development, and execution of Microsoft and major platforms.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Supports the department’s goal of providing students with supplemental academic support by:
- 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 a 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 attitudes in establishing an encouraging learning environment
- Ability to maintain a professional atmosphere through:
- Professional decorum and appearance
- Ethical and professional conduct
- Promptness
- 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