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Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title
Part-Time ACE Tutor--Math/Science
Job Description
ACE (Academic Center for Excellence) exists to encourage and equip students to develop and practice skills for independent learning. Sessions in the ACE Lab reinforce and elaborate on course learning objectives and concepts through peer and professional tutoring and guided skills practice. ACE tutors encourage content understanding and engage in active learning. Learn more about the ACE Philosophy here: https://clevelandcc.edu/academic-center-for-excellence-ace/the-ace-philosophy/The Math/Science tutor will provide support in the following courses: (Cleveland Community College - MAT - Mathematics Courses (smartcatalogiq.com)
MAT 052 Statistical Methods I Support
MAT 071 Precalculus Algebra Support
MAT 121 Algebra/Trigonometry I
MAT 143 Quantitative Literacy
MAT 152 Statistical Methods I
MAT 171 Precalculus Algebra
MAT 172 Precalculus Trigonometry
BIO 111 General Biology I
BIO 112 General Biology II
BIO 275 Microbiology
CHM 131 Introduction to Chemistry
CHM 132 Organic and Biochemistry
CHM 151 General Chemistry I
CHM 152 General Chemistry II
PHY 110 Conceptual Physics
PHY 121 Applied Physics I
PHY 151 College Physics I
PHY 152 College Physics II
Essential Duties Summary
Work Schedule
This is an on campus position, not a remote position. Monday to Thursday 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM (subject to change based on demand)
Fall 2024 with option to renew
The ideal candidate:

• Can use questions to help the student think without telling them what to think.
• Not afraid of silence during an appointment, as that is the time when thinking and learning takes place.
• Is not afraid to model to a student "what to do when you don't know what to do," such as returning to course instruction to understand concepts.
• Understands and can explain framework of mathematics (why processes are done in the order they are done).
• Can explain how to check the accuracy of calculations as students progress through the problems.
• Can talk through math reasoning and model for students how to troubleshoot a problem.
• Knows that the student must be the one to finish the assignment, and the tutor's role is to give strategies and practice skills.
• Understands the difficulties students may have with number sense and is willing to learn strategies and skills to model for students.
• Willing to self-educate and continue research into best practices for math education.
• Is aware of a whole array of strategies to try during appointments and does not worry if one or more strategies does not work during an appointment.
• Maintains accurate and detailed records of services provided to students.
• Maintains student confidentiality.
• Assists with promotion of ACE services.
• Observes all ACE policies and processes.
• Arrives punctually and submits a monthly time sheet reflective of pre-determined hours and schedule.
• Communicates regularly with the ACE leadership regarding any issues, concerns, and suggestions for tutoring and improvement of tutoring services for students.

Salary Range
$18.00 per hour
Required Qualifications
Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Math/Science or a related field.

Skills and Abilities

• Proficient understanding of Microsoft 365 suite
• Solid understanding of file management (cloud vs. computer)
• Ability to communicate warmly, respectfully, and clearly to all types of students
• Ability to work effectively and collegially with others
• A commitment to active learning
• Enthusiasm for course content and learning strategies
• Experience with creating an inclusive learning environment (or willingness to learn)
• Exceptional customer service skills with people internal and external to the institution
• Familiarity with and appreciation for the mission of a comprehensive community college
• Flexible and adaptive to change
• Excellent written communication skills
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Skill in the use of computers and commitment to use of technology

Preferred Qualifications
Physical Demands
ADA requirements for this position include critical thinking skills with the ability to process information, analyze data, make assessments, and exercise good judgment to make decisions; possess ease of mobility within the work environment and other areas of campus; and effective use of all forms of communication (oral, visual, auditory), including use of computers. Be able to lift weights up to 10 pounds on a regular basis
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S143P
Open Date
06/06/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
We are no longer accepting applications for this position at this time. Thank you!