Tutor - English as a Second Language

4 weeks ago

Chicago, United States City Colleges of Chicago Full time

TUTOR - ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE

ACADEMIC SUPPORT SERVICES

MALCOLM X COLLEGE

Malcolm X College is seeking a Part Time Tutor – English as a Second Language for the Academic Support Department

A Tutor provides students with tutoring and instructional support in an academic or occupational area of study to help improve their academic capabilities and progress academically, while promoting independent learning and self-reliance.

Tutors assist tutees in developing and improving their competency in course work; and help students integrate and apply effective study skills, active reading and note-taking, test-taking strategies, and time management and organizational skills to their specific courses.

Tutors work with students in various programs across the colleges, providing individual and small group tutoring in math, reading, writing, English, and other subject areas. Tutors also work inside the classroom as embedded tutors; tutor students in math and writing labs; and provide on-line tutoring services to students enrolled in distance learning courses. Performs related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Provides academic assistance and tutoring to students on an individual or group basis on a wide range of subjects in an academic or occupational area. Tutors students to help them gain a deeper comprehension of course materials and a better understanding of work assignments to improve their academic success. Crafts effective tutoring plans to address tutee’s weaknesses and strengths; motivates students and provides them with confidence to feel successful. Provides students with learning strategies including ways to improve study skills and retention, how to organize work, effective use of time, and how to build better study habits. Schedules individual tutoring sessions at a college’s Tutoring/ Learning Resource/ Academic Support Center, based on students requests for tutoring in a specific subject area, course or discipline. Assists the tutee in problem solving and applying critical thinking techniques in the context of a specific discipline or subject area. Helps students develop positive attitudes and a high level of motivation towards learning and studying, build self-confidence and reduce anxiety or fear of failure in academic work. Tutors students and provide students with strategies to develop effective study habits and skills to improve academic capabilities. Prepares students for standardized testing and provides strategies to overcome test anxiety. Participates in tutor orientation and attends professional development and training sessions to increase competency in subject areas and improve tutoring skills. May conduct academic skill reviews and lead workshops on academic skills. Provide ongoing communication with students, Instructors and academic advisors regrading academic progress of individual students Maintains records on tutoring activities. Provides periodic student assessments and evaluations as required.


QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training and Experience

Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university in higher in a field of study and subject area related to the subject(s) being tutored, OR similar technical certifications and training. Specific additional requirements or certifications may be
required depending on the assignment area. Completion of tutoring certification preferred. Experience in teaching, tutoring, or delivering academic support to students at the postsecondary instructional level is strongly preferred. Experience working in a large, urban community college environment with a diverse cultural and ethnic student body is highly desirable. Knowledgeable of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
The following generally describes the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required to enter the
job and/or be learned within a short period of time to successfully perform the assigned
duties


Knowledge, Skills and Ability

Proficiency in the subject area to be tutored. Knowledge of effective tutoring techniques and strategies in subject area(s) Knowledge of tutoring strategies used for improving students study skills.


Equipment

Standard office equipment including computers and peripheral equipment 


Physical Requirements

Ability to operate computers and related equipment and software


Worker Characteristics

Initiative – Demonstrate willingness to take on responsibilities and job challenges Attention to Detail – Pay careful attention to detail and thoroughness in completing work tasks. Dependability – Demonstrate reliability, responsibility, and dependability and fulfill obligations. Technology Savvy – Capable user of technology who understands the role of technology in the institution and who will guide and support its efficient and effective use.

This position will work a part time schedule between the hours of 9am - 3pm and/or 3pm - 8pm

This position is represented by the Local 1600 professional union. 

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