This position is open until filled.
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Pay Grade: N/A (hourly rate for Tutor based on Degree)
Degree
Hourly Rate
(same rate as peer tutor)
Lead – Minimum BS Degree (+10%)
Dually Enrolled -Assistant Tutor
$15.00
Note: BS or MS Degree must be in the field that is being tutored, otherwise pay rate will be at AS level.
Transcript must be sent with Hourly Hire Request Form to confirm pay rate.
This is an on-campus position for Fall and Spring semesters primarily in the mornings with a possibility of one evening per week.
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible to facilitate tutoring and learning, provide academic support to CCC students through one-on-one and small group tutoring sessions in Mathematics and serve as a guide and coach to assist students to become successful independent learners while creating a comfortable and supporting atmosphere. This position reports to the Senior Director, Academic Services, or the Assistant Director, Academic Services.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Help tutees develop study skills and acclimate to college level coursework
- Tutor a wide range of college level math classes, in a variable group environment, focusing on individual needs of up to 18 students enrolled in a variety of math courses
- Conduct 1:1 math tutoring appointments as needed
- Communicate with the Assistant Director and Senior Director of Academic Services regularly to voice concerns and seek guidance when necessary
- Assist in review sessions for the College’s most populated mathematics courses
- Communicate subject matter to tutees in a concise and effective manner
- Navigate learning obstacles by understanding learning styles and integrating effective study and learning strategies for academic success
- Develop independent learning by promoting appropriate learning attitudes and behaviors
- Monitor student understanding and require tutees to participate in sessions
- Maintain academic honesty by not doing a tutees homework or take-home quizzes/exams
- Maintain consistent weekly availability in the Academic Center
- Submit accurate timesheets and all session-related paperwork in a timely manner
- Maintain excellent responsibility, reliability, punctuality, and professional behavior
- Attend trainings, participate in professional development as required, and develop a good understanding of college services, support, and online resources
- Create a welcoming and positive environment that is sensitive to student diversity
- Greet visitors, students, faculty and staff; perform reception desk duties
- Demonstrate above-average creative problem-solving, critical thinking, patience, and decision-making skills
- Maintain tutor-student confidentiality; uphold college and Academic Center’s mission statements; handle confidential information in compliance with FERPA and Title IX.
- Use small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems
- Use computers for word processing
- Performs other duties as assigned
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:
- Associate, bachelor’s, or master’s degree in related field
- Ability to effectively tutor a wide variety of courses including Pre-algebra, Algebra, College Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-calculus, Calculus 1 and 2, Statistics, Multivariable Calculus, Introductory Statistics, Finite Mathematics, Financial Math and Physics 1 and 2
- Extensive coursework in the subject area to be tutored
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Availability to work approximately 24 hours per week, including some mornings and at least one evening per week.
- Must be positive, cooperative, and supportive
Preferred:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mathematics or related field
- Experience in educational environment
- Familiarity with MATLAB, financial math, set theory, Python, Java, medical math, differential equations, linear algebra, data science, TI-83/84 calculators and Desmos
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This work is normally sedentary which requires 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. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required:
- Hear/talk/communicate – Must be able to exchange information and communicate
- Visual Acuity/ability to perceive or detect surroundings
- Mental acuity – Able to focus, concentrate, understand and convey subject matter
- Stand/sit/walk/able to move or traverse from one area to another
- Repetitive motion (i.e. keyboarding)
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
College campus, direct contact with students, staff, faculty and the general public in classrooms, common and shared areas, offices, and campus environments. Work environment involves everyday risksor discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as office, meeting, and training rooms; use of safe work place practices with office equipment; computers for data entry and word processing with some highly technical applications and new technology systems; avoidance of trips and falls; observance of fire and building safety regulations. Observance of all College policies. Work hours may vary not to exceed 29 hours per week and will require several mornings per week as well as one evening per week.
Carroll Community College has the right to revise this position description at any time, and this position description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.
Interested applicants must submit a cover letter and resume: emailed to [email protected]
This position is open until filled.
To qualify for employment, selected candidates must
- successfully complete a criminal background check (for designated positions)
- be able to work on campus as of the first day of employment
- Residency restrictions apply: The college does not hire solely online instructors living outside of Maryland. Carroll employees may live in other states, but they must physically work in Maryland the majority of the time. For income tax obligations, employees must be a resident of DC, VA, WV, MD, or PA on the date employment commences. In addition, candidates must be willing to come to campus for identity verification within 3 business days of hire date.
- be currently authorized to work in the US, as the College does not offer Visa sponsorships
- complete an employment application upon request, prior to progressing through the initial interview process
Carroll Community College is committed to fostering a welcoming environment for all. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
