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Senior Academic Tutor

JOB CLASSIFICATION
Pay grade level: N/A
Compensation: $22.00 - $23.00 per hour
Employee category: Staff
Department: Library & Learning Services
Reports to: Writing Center Coordinator | Math Center Coordinator (depending on position)
FLSA status: Non-Exempt
Job Code: AA64PTNSAT
Location: Primarily Main Campus, with potential assignments at other college locations as directed by the appropriate administrator

SUMMARY
The Senior Academic Tutor provides tutoring in various disciplines based on teaching experience and subject area expertise, including writing, math, science, and other academic areas as needed. This role is part of the Learning Commons, working primarily in either the Writing Center or Math & Science Center.
This is a POOL position, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis to meet the increasing demand for academic support across various disciplines. 

POSITION DESCRIPTION

• Provide walk-in tutoring and support for students across various subject areas.
• Assess the needs of students on a walk-in basis and collaborate with team members to ensure comprehensive service.
• Maintain knowledge of college resources for appropriate student referrals for additional support.
• Provide one-on-one assistance to students requiring more intensive tutoring.
• Assist with assessments, including required forms and ensuring accurate student log-in/log-out procedures.
• Contribute to programming efforts for special events and workshops.
• Develop, maintain, and contribute to supplementary materials to support student learning.
• Participate in tutor training, team meetings, and other professional development activities.
• Exhibit a willingness to assist students with various needs and abilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

• Strong ability to assess students' academic needs and design effective tutoring plans.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively to support student learning, including providing support via video conferencing platforms (e.g., Zoom, Teams).
• Student-centered mindset with the ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, and sometimes ambiguous environment.
• Working knowledge of MLA and APA citation styles, including proper formatting for in-text citations and reference lists.
• Strong understanding of key mathematical concepts and problem-solving techniques, with the ability to clearly explain topics across various levels (e.g., algebra, calculus, statistics, etc.).
• Comfort with creative problem-solving and adapting teaching methods as needed.
• Professional demeanor in interactions with students and colleagues.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals, including students, faculty, and staff, while embracing the philosophy and mission of an urban, open-access community college.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in a relevant academic field (e.g., Creative Writing, Education, English, ESOL/ESL, Math, Science, etc.)
• Prior teaching or tutoring experience in a relevant academic field (e.g., Creative Writing, Education, English, ESOL/ESL, Math, Science, etc.)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's Degree or higher in a relevant academic field.
• One to three (1-3) years of experience in teaching, tutoring, or providing academic support services.

WORKING CONDITIONS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and occasionally push or lift items. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK SCHEDULE
This position requires up to 29 hours per week during the academic semester. Hours may include mornings, late afternoons, and evenings depending on scheduling needs.
 

To Apply

Visit www.kckcc.edu and click on CAREERS for a list of available positions.

• Read the job announcement carefully, noting the initial screening date, minimum qualifications, and required information. Note that information contained in your application materials will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Make sure you complete/submit all required documents.
• If the position lists a required transcript (during the application process), unofficial transcripts may be submitted. However, please note that upon selection for hire, you will be required to submit official transcripts.
• Ensure that your transcripts show that a degree was awarded or conferred if you state that it is your highest level of education completed. If you certify your level of education and it cannot be verified from your transcript(s), your application may not be referred to the selection committee.
• Foreign degrees are acceptable provided they have been translated and/or shown to have equivalency to a United States: Associate, Bachelor, Master, or Doctorate level degree.
• Documentation verifying completion of a degree, coursework within a discipline, or other educational criteria should be electronically attached (uploaded) to your application.
• Three (3) professional references with phone numbers and email addresses are required.
• A college selection committee is responsible for application review and interviews. The final candidate(s) selected for hire will be chosen by the hiring manager.
• Successful completion of a background check on all people recommended for employment is required. Individual hiring departments may elect to administer pre-employment tests relevant to essential job functions as part of the applicant selection/hiring process.

***This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. This job description may be revised as additional duties and responsibilities are developed.
KCKCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer