Position Description:
Mount Mary University is seeking an individual to contribute to the realization of our mission through the role of a caring and compassionate part-time Professional Tutor.
Essential Duties:
Provide content tutoring (primarily in the biological sciences) to a diverse student population with varied academic needs
Provide academic skill-building tutoring and/or workshops
Collaborate with faculty to incorporate course-specific learning outcomes during tutoring sessions
Assist students in identifying their individual strengths and skills in order to make study plans, establish academic goals, and maximize the student’s potential
Maintain confidential student tutoring logs and other records as necessary
Assist in the maintenance and evaluation of Student Success Center (SSC) tutoring material and services
Participate in outreach activities to promote SSC tutoring services
Participate in professional development offerings
Assist with additional duties as needed
Knowledge, Abilities, and Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science required- Biology degree strongly preferred
Ability to quickly establish rapport and communicate effectively with students, faculty and staff
Ability to work with students one-on-one, and in small groups or classroom format
Experience working with a wide variety of learners
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Commitment to helping students become successful independent learners
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Comfortable with technology and computer proficient