Math Tutoring Center Project Specialist Position Available In [Unknown county], Missouri

PURPOSE:

The Math Center Project Specialist will assist students in mathematics or math-related courses and Mathematics Department faculty members, coordinate and supervise Mathematics Center instructional assistants, peer tutors, and student and/or other temporary help that work in the Mathematics Center. They will also monitor and potentially assist with computational mathematics software issues in computer labs serving the Mathematics Center and do related work, as required. This position is a twelve-month staff position with full benefits.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Manage and oversee all aspects of day-to-day operations in the center. Screen, hire, train, and schedule employees to effectively provide individualized instruction in a group setting via in-center, online, and/or hybrid delivery. Lead and motivate team members by developing them professionally and personally. Administer student assessments, identify learning gaps, and develop customized learning plans. Provide exceptional customer service by building relationships with students and faculty. Assist the Director in monitoring and growing overall center performance metrics, including student success and retention in math courses. Become proficient with digital educational materials and processes. Support the maintenance of a safe and professional learning environment. Oversee the day-to-day operations of tutoring as assigned and coordinate remote, online and on campus tutoring and academic support services. Provide academic coaching and tutoring to help students set realistic goals, develop academic plans and to improve study and classroom habits. Work with the Director to prepare informational materials and marketing strategies to promote tutoring services to students and faculty. Work with the Director and in collaboration with Institutional Research to assess a student’s academic progress and success and report results with regard to mathematics courses success metrics. Prepare and submit reports as required. Participate in staff meetings, department and college meetings, and committees as assigned.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Must be able to function indoors in a classroom/laboratory environment engaged in work of primarily a moderately active nature, and to accomplish the following, with or without reasonable accommodation. Must be able to (occasionally or regularly) work outside of normal business hours, if required for the Math Center success.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics Knowledge of mathematics concepts and principles ranging from introductory mathematics through differential equations and Linear Algebra, including Geometry and Statistics; teaching practices, methods, and techniques; operation of microcomputers and scientific and graphing calculators; microcomputer applications software appropriate for Mathematics courses. Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of the students who attend Lincoln University. Passion for math and working with students. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Proficiency in computer skills and programs. Certifications, Licenses, registrations: A master’s degree in mathematics or applied mathematics, OR a bachelor’s degree in either of the above, AND a master’s degree in Statistics, Physics, or Mathematics Education, OR the equivalent is required. Familiarity with standard mathematics software packages like Knewton, Connect Math, MATLAB, Mathematica, MyLab Statistics, and MyLab Math, or a strong affinity for learning new software and applications, is strongly desired. Any previous management or leadership experience is a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Light sedentary office work. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Prolonged periods of standing/walking. This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of Lincoln University. Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder’s responsibility.