POSITION: Part-Time SOAR Math Course Support Tutor: SOAR Student Life; Haverhill (100 Elliott Street) and Lawrence Campus; (45 Franklin St); up to 15 hours/week
SUMMARY: The SOAR Math Tutor will offer high-quality, tutoring services to SOAR students taking NECC math courses, one on one and/or in group settings to support their learning at the college. The SOAR Math Tutor will help provide mentorship and academic tutoring support. The ideal candidate will have experience with upper-level math courses, be a recent graduate or working on an associate's degree in a STEM field. Duties may be carried out in-person, at one or more of NECC's locations, or virtually and may include day, evening, or weekend hours.
SCHEDULE: Current Schedule is Tuesday and Thursday 9:30am-11:10am in class and 7 hours per week of tutoring afternoons or evenings.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Specific duties for this position include:
Serve as a SOAR Math tutor to a diverse group of community college students who are enrolled in a SOAR-supported math course.
Attend SOAR-supported math classes.
Aid students in developing both conceptual and practical approaches, as well as study skills to increase academic development and success.
Tutor students in academic concepts and/or course material; integrate study and learning strategies to promote independent learning.
Participate in professional development sessions and program meetings to assist students.
Act in a professional manner and be sensitive to and respectful of the student's learning and, if appropriate, personal needs.
Be prepared and on time for each tutoring session, including but not limited to one-to-one, drop-in, group, or virtual tutoring formats.
Work with the student to develop a tutoring plan that fits the student's individual needs and encourages academic development and success.
Record and report student progress in Navigate appointment summaries.
Keep all information about students on a need-to-know basis; adhere to FERPA.
Follow all departmental procedures and policies; report critical issues to supervisor immediately.
Refer students to other campus services or resources when appropriate.
Maintain contact with the Academic Coordinator for the Tutoring Center.
Submit an electronic timesheet in Self Service Time & Attendance (SSTA) weekly, or paper timesheet, if required for payroll purposes.
Demonstrate professionalism and consistently reflect NECC's core values while interacting with members of the NECC community.
Apply equity best practices throughout all job functions and work collaboratively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student body.
Job Requirements:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
NOTE: Unless otherwise noted, all required qualifications must be met by date of hire.
Must have a 3.0 GPA in completed Math courses and be working to complete a degree in a STEM field.
Completed MAT-251 (Calc 1).
Eagerness to help NECC students succeed.
Effective communication skills and the ability to explain concepts to others clearly.
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 applications and Zoom.
The ability to work effectively with a diverse student body, faculty, and staff.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
An associate's degree in a STEM related field with a minimum 3.0 GPA in completed Math courses.
Professional experience supporting students, teaching, or working in a higher-education environment.
Community college tutoring or teaching experience.
Bilingual (Spanish/English)
Experience working with and supporting a culturally diverse population.
BACKGROUND CHECK: Candidates will be required to pass a CORI and SORI check as a condition of employment.
Additional Information:
SALARY: $16.00 - $20.00/hour, non-benefited position