Position Summary: Provide content tutoring primarily in chemistry to a diverse student population with varied academic needs.
Primary Responsibilities:
Tutor students in the chemistry sequence, including general chemistry, biochemistry and organic chemistry
Collaborate with faculty to incorporate course-specific learning outcomes during tutoring sessions
Help students identify their own individual strengths and skills in order to make study plans, establish academic goals, and maximize the student’s potential
Participate in outreach activities and tutoring services
Assist in the maintenance and evaluation of tutoring materials and services
Collaborate as a team member of the Student Success Center (SSC)
Perform other duties, responsibilities, or special projects as assigned
Skills and Experience:
Bachelor of Science required, Master’s degree strongly preferred
Experience with college level tutoring
Ability to tutor entry level biology strongly preferred
Comfortable working with students one-on-one, and in small group formats
Demonstrated commitment to promoting inclusiveness and cultural competence; experience working with underrepresented students and students from at-risk backgrounds
Experience and understanding of current issues and developments in higher education
Outstanding verbal, writing, and presentation skills; must be able to communicate and interact effectively with Mount Mary students, employees, and alumnae
Exceptional ability to multitask and prioritize projects
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform primary functions.
Physical Demands:
Must sit, walk or stand
Some repetitive motion may be required
Working Conditions:
Varying workflow; sometimes stressful with high workload times of the year
Mount Mary University is an equal opportunity employer. Mount Mary University encourages applications from all qualified candidates and is vitally committed to all aspects of diversity, equity and inclusion. Mount Mary seeks to hire and retain personnel who will make a positive contribution to its mission, vision and values. For more information on diversity and inclusion at MMU, visit https://www.mtmary.edu/about/diversity