About the Department

Hourly Rate $15.76
 
This is a part-time student Tutor II position located in the Learning Commons Department.  Applications are considered and reviewed based on departmental needs. Should a review of your application result in the intent to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email for an interview.

APPLICATION STATUS
Your application status will be updated throughout the review process. If your application is still in progress, your application has not been reviewed by the hiring department.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Requires flexible work schedule to meet program needs, which may include working days, evenings and/or weekends.

Requires the provision of official transcripts and/or certifications within (30) days of hire. 

Applicants with academic credentials from non-U.S. accredited institutions are required to have their coursework evaluated in terms of U.S. "equivalency." All international credential evaluations must be conducted by one of the companies affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES®) in order to be considered for a faculty position. Applicants bear the responsibility of requesting, paying associated fees, and obtaining an original transcript evaluation for submission to the Office of Human Resources. Please refer to the NACES® website for further information (www.naces.org).

Alvin College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against anyone on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, or any other basis prohibited by law. 

Position Duties

• Tutor diverse student populations in various subject areas
• Answer academic questions, providing examples relating the subject
• Provide analytic and diagnostic services to increase student success
• Ensure students individual learning needs are met
• Evaluate and recommend tutoring materials 
• Facilitate review sessions, workshops, and trainings

The incumbent typically works in an office environment and uses a computer, telephone and other office equipment as needed to perform duties. The noise level in the work environment is typical of that of an office. Incumbent may encounter frequent interruptions throughout the work day. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear; frequently required to use repetitive hand motion, handle or feel, and to stand, walk, reach, bend or lift up to twenty (20) pounds.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 18 credit hours
• At least 6 credit hours in area of tutoring assignment
• B+ or higher in course to tutor
• Overall GPA of 2.5 or better
• Good academic standing
• Mastery of course(s) being tutored
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Capable of working with both faculty and students
• Ability to be empathetic to students with difficulties
• Ability to maintain confidentiality 
• Possess excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Possess good interpersonal skills to perform successfully in a multicultural environment
• Ability to be well organized, task-oriented and flexible
• Ability to work flexible hours to include evenings and weekends at various locations

Other Qualifications

• One (1) year work experience in post-secondary institution tutoring setting
• Bilingual English/Spanish