Ace Tutor/Peer

Compensation

15.00 per hour

Compensation Type:

Non-Exempt

Employment Type:

Regular

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

20

Grade:

Department:

Instructional Support

Position Summary

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Academic Center for Excellence (ACE) Tutor/Peer Mentor coordinates and oversees the tutoring activities in the designated subject area. The Tutor will provide an academic tutoring service to a wide variety of individuals and groups via online and/or face to face.

Duties & Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Identifies tutoring needs for the assigned student(s) in the subject area authorized to tutor.
• Provides timesheets and tutoring reports back to the ACE Coordinator.
• Follows all policies and procedures for the tutoring program, including policies and procedures for the academic areas, tutors and students.
• Establishes and maintains office hours in the Academic Center for Excellence with the approval of the ACE Coordinator.
• Identifies tutoring needs of students.
• Provides tutoring services and lab assistance to all students in their assigned course(s).
• Provide peer mentoring by encouraging student independence, confidence, and self-advocacy while supporting their academic goals.
• Share strategies for academic success, college navigation, and effective use of campus resources to promote student retention and achievement.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge in assigned courses.
• Knowledge of online delivery of specific educational content.
• Knowledge of program development, administration, and evaluation.
• Knowledge in online/virtual classrooms (Blackboard, Google classroom, Google meet, Hangouts etc.).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite and ability to use standard office equipment and office software.
• Knowledge of campus resources.
• Knowledge of computer tutoring methods.
• Knowledge of planning and scheduling techniques.
• Knowledge of learning styles and study strategies.
• Knowledge of tutorial/learning materials and instructional aids.
• Knowledge of peer tutoring processes and methods.
• Skill in working with students individually and in groups.
• Skill in the use of standard office equipment, including personal computer and standard office software.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information in accordance with FERPA.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong communication skills, both orally and in writing

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL FACTORS

• Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sits most of the time.
• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading and visual inspection.
• The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSES

• High School Diploma is required.
• Proficiency in subject area(s) is required
• Current LCC student or at least one completed semester at LCC is preferred.

As a part of your application, upload letter of interest, current resume, and official documentation confirming education.

As a part of your application, upload letter of interest, current resume, and official documentation confirming education.

EEO STATEMENT: LCC is an equal opportunity employer.