Independence Community College

Position Announcement

SSS Professional Tutor, part-time position

Independence Community College (ICC) seeks applications for the position of Professional Tutor in its federally funded Student Support Service (SSS) program. ICC is located in Southeast Kansas. The SSS program serves 165 qualified applicants and is in the second year of a 5-year grant cycle. Independence Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ICC encourages diversity among its employees.

Position Summary

The college is seeking a team-oriented professional for the position of Professional Tutor to provide direct academic support and coaching to program participants. This position may involve collaboration with other departments on campus. The position will be reporting to the Student Support Services Program Director.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an institution accredited by a nationally recognized accreditation agency required. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of two years of appropriate and relevant professional experience including familiarity with “at-risk” disadvantaged students, developmental studies, computer-assisted instruction, learning style modalities, and utilization of interactive tutoring.

Position Information

The Professional Tutor is a part-time, hourly position. The Professional tutor may meet individually with students or conduct group sessions. All sessions will be conducted on campus at Independence Community College. This position may require work after 5pm and occasional weekends. The ideal candidate will be available 8-10 hours per week.

The Student Support Services (SSS) Project Advisor reports to SSS Director and is responsible for providing direct academic support services to SSS participants.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Provide direct academic support to students in the areas of Math and Science.

2. Implement academic coaching strategies when engaging with program participants.

3. Document meetings with students following departmental guidelines.

4. Other duties as assigned.

General Responsibilities

1. Implementation of interventions for program participants as assigned by SSS Director and/or Associate Dean of Tutoring.

2. Develop individualized learning plans for program participants based on assessment results with SSS Program Staff.

Job Description

Student Support Services Professional Tutor

1. Provide direct academic support to program participants.

2. Provide academic coaching services to program participants.

3. Provide a positive learning environment committed to ICC student success by being receptive to various learning styles found in the comprehensive community college setting and assure equal access to program services for all qualified students.

4. Maintain collaborative, collegial, and responsible work habits.

5. Ensure a high degree of ethical standards, including adherence to general rules of safety, College procedures, and fair labor standards.

6. A commitment to high professional standards, including professional growth.

7. Willingness to understand and apply concepts of the "Learning College."

8. Timeliness of reports and communications.

9. Willingness to assist in the development of and revision of curricula, particularly individual learning plans and competency-based instruction.

10. Flexibility in hours worked to meet SSS participants’ needs.

11. Clarity of thought and expression in oral and written communications.

12. Ambassador for ICC, helping to maintain and promote a positive reputation for the college in the community.

Qualifications

1. Associate degree required, bachelor’s preferred. Candidate must possess a degree from an accredited institution of higher learning and be able to tutor College Algebra.

2. Familiarity with academic coaching and/or navigating college processes.

3. Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

4. Familiarity with “at-risk” disadvantaged students, developmental studies, computer-assisted instruction, learning style modalities, and utilization of interactive tutoring preferred.

5. Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and community.

6. Sensitivity to diverse learning styles and developmental needs.

7. High degree of organizational skills with an ability to manage multiple deadlines, tasks, projects, and assignments.

8. Ability to lift and carry 30 lbs. without limitations required.

9. An educational philosophy in alignment with a small, rural comprehensive community college.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of a Professional Tutor position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, but only after full disclosure by the applicant.

1. Position generally requires light work with occasional lifting of 30 pounds or more, carrying supplies, equipment. The job requires varying amounts of sitting, climbing, kneeling, standing, and walking.

Application Procedure

Position is open until filled. Application packets consist of a letter of application, resume, references, and transcripts, (unofficial copies are acceptable for consideration), with a completed application for employment.