Salary: $14.00 Hourly
Location : 2600 South First Street Temple, TX
Job Type: Part-Time (Faculty)
Job Number: 00205
Division: Liberal Arts
Department: Academic Foundations
Opening Date: 05/15/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Salary Grade: Faculty
Position Summary & Essential Duties
The following duties and responsibilities, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA’s), and physical requirements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. The information listed below is not intended to be construed as a complete listing of all duties and responsibilities, KSA’s, and physical requirements required of this position since changes to the position may occur at any time or additional requirements may be added over the course of time.
SUMMARY:
The Corequisite English Tutor is a multifaceted position focused on providing academic support, guidance, and mentorship to underserved students in the corequisite English class at Temple College. The tutor will work closely with the English faculty to coordinate programs which create a sense of belonging and foster academic success for students. The Corequisite English Tutor provides leadership and vision to the academic experience and fosters the holistic development of students. The tutor will actively serve as a content expert, mentor, and provide one-on-one support to students in the corequisite English class.
The Corequisite English Tutor will work with students in an online and/or face-to-face course. Tutors will work with faculty to design and implement supplemental materials for students.
*This is a grant funded position that will end on or before September 30, 2023
Qualifications (Required and Preferred)
MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL AND WORK REQUIREMENTS (MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS):
A Bachelor’s Degree in English or a related field, as well as possess any combination of experience and education that would produce the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
PREFERRED:
Prior tutoring experience.
CERTIFICATION OR LICENSES:
None
Job Duties and Responsibilities
The incumbent will:
- Work with students in one-on-one and small group settings to provide academic support in English co-requisite coursework.
- Assist students with developing writing skills and understanding course content.
- Provide feedback and guidance to students on assignments and coursework.
- Work collaboratively with the professor to develop and implement supplemental materials to support student learning.
- Attend training sessions and staff meetings as required.
- Communicate regularly with the professor to stay informed about student progress and course expectations.
- Maintain accurate records of student interactions and progress.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding student information.
SOCIAL CONSTRUCTS REQUIRED OF POSITION:
- Display empathy and positive regard for others in written, verbal and non-verbal communications.
- Work with colleagues and students by practicing punctuality, respect for deadlines, collaborative problem solving, and honest communication.
- Be friendly and collegial with co-workers, faculty, students, staff, and visitors to the campus.
- Build trusting relationships by acting with integrity, courtesy, and responsibility, even in the face of stress or demanding workplace conditions.
- Maintain proficiency as needed and approved by attending trainings, reading job-related materials, and meeting with others in area of responsibility.
- Dress appropriately for a workplace with frequent customer service interaction and community outreach.
- Meet all required standards of confidentiality. Keep work areas in a clean and orderly manner.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities & Physical Demands
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
KNOWLEDGE:
- Knowledge of LMS online learning systems
- Knowledge of project management
SKILLS:
- Skill in establishing rapport with students, staff, and faculty
- Skill in interacting with and motivating others
- Skill in resolving conflicts and problems
- Skill in promoting student success
- Skill in maintaining organized records
ABILITIES:
- Ability to work as an effective team member as well as work independently
- Ability to communicate with students, faculty, and staff members
- Ability to promote student success and related programs
- Ability to engage with students, family members, faculty, and administrators
- Ability to provide a fun, yet challenging experience for all students
PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Primarily light physical activity is required with occasional lifting and manipulation of objects up to 25 pounds. Keyboarding and computer use. Use of audio/visual devices.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is normally performed in an office setting during normal college hours of operation; however, some evenings and weekends may be required.
WORK SCHEDULE:
Schedule will vary based upon course offerings and student needs.
This is an on-site position. Essential duties of the role must be performed in-person, during prescribed work hours.
HOURS REQUIRED PER WEEK:
19.5
TRS/ORP:
N/A
SUPERVISORY DUTIES:
None
REPORTS TO:
Academic Foundations Department Chair
TEMPLE COLLEGE BENEFITS
- PAYROLL: Employees are paid by direct deposit through the last working day of the month. Wages for 16-week semesters are paid evenly over four months, and eight-week semesters are paid evenly over two months, with the first deposit occurring on the last working day of the first full month of the semester. Actual deposits are paid on the last working business day of the month. All benefit deductions are taken at that time.
- RETIREMENT: Temple College is one of the few community colleges in the state of Texas to be permitted Federal Social Security deductions. Temple College is a Section 218 employer.
- MISCELLANEOUS LEAVE: Jury Duty, Bereavement, Deteriorating weather, and Military training.
- WORKERS COMPENSATION: If an employee is injured on the job, Temple College, through its Worker Compensation Program, pays all authorized hospital, nursing, and physician’s fees. Additional benefits may be available.