Require PT Senior Writing Tutor in Sierra Vista, AZ

Job title: PT Senior Writing Tutor

Company: Cochise College

Job description: The Part-time Senior Writing Tutor is responsible for providing academic English tutoring services, assisting students with homework, problem solving, report writing, and test preparation both in person and through the online lab. Senior tutors act as lead tutors and maintain the Writing Lab in the supervisor's absence.



Essential Functions: As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.



Position is open until filled with applications reviewed upon receipt and may close at any time.



Note: Cochise College requires a post offer, pre-employment background screening of all employees.



Marketing Statement:



Cochise College serves the residents of Cochise County from two campuses and four centers throughout Southern Arizona with panoramic views of five different mountain ranges. The college has been recognized nationally for its cost, return on investment, and high success rate; providing over 90 general and technical education programs leading to a variety of workforce certificates and associate degrees. The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI).



Duties and Responsibilities



Duties and Responsibilities: Within the scope of college policies and procedures, this position:



Tutors students individually or in groups to review grammar, logic, essay structure, and other writing principles; reviews written work; assists students with computer use; assists students with writing and reading concerns



Assists the Writing Lab Supervisor with Writing Lab management



Provides input into operating policies and procedures



Provides input on learning materials to facilitate tutoring



Performs other related duties as assigned



General Expectations: Employees are expected to accomplish assigned duties in an efficient, effective and competent manner and to strive for improvement and excellence in all work performed. Additionally, employees must understand the comprehensive role of the community college and cooperate and work harmoniously with students, faculty and staff, and the public. Employees will follow all college policies, rules, regulations and guidelines as they relate to this position.



Education and Experience; Knowledge, Skills and Abilities



Education and Experience Requirements

Associate's degree in English education or related field from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning recognized by the US Department of Education

Prior experience teaching or tutoring adult students preferred



An equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved may be considered



Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of and ability to follow college policies and procedures

Knowledge of current technologies and word processing and presentation software, specifically Microsoft Office applications

Knowledge of tutoring processes and methods

Knowledge of tutorial/learning materials

Knowledge of English instruction

Ability to understand and assess students' learning styles

Ability to prepare effective instructional aids and plans

Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and to relate to others in a professional, helpful manner

Ability to relate to a diverse population and to maintain composure when faced with difficult situations

Ability to multi-task and organize, prioritize, and follow multiple projects and tasks through to completion with an attention to detail

Ability to work independently while contributing to team environment

Ability to analyze problems, identify solutions, and take appropriate actions to resolve problems using independent judgment and decision making processes

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other department staff, faculty, students and the public



Work Environment & Physical Requirements



Work Environment: Work is primarily performed under general supervision in an office setting. Evening and weekend work may be required.



Physical Requirements: Essential functions of this position require: lifting, manual dexterity, ability to communicate.



Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body; involves sitting majority of time; walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met



Mental Application: Utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability and creative problem solving skills are important



Part time and student positions are not benefit eligible



Agency



Cochise College



Address



901 N Colombo Ave



Sierra Vista, Arizona, 85635



Phone



520-515-3623

Expected salary: $15.14 per hour

Location: Sierra Vista, AZ

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