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Learning Assistant I/II/III: Peer/Professional Tutor STEM
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What they do
A Tutor works with students who need additional help or review. Provides instruction in an academic subject, or reviews a particular class lesson, or assists with preparing for a test. Works with students one-on-one or in a small group, and usually meets with students outside of school.
$53,893 / year median in Maryland
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Posting Details Position Information Requisition Number AS747P Job Title Learning Assistant
I/II/III
Peer/Professional Tutor STEM Pay Rate $16.39 - $19.93 per hour (depending on placement)
Position Type Part-time Variable Schedule Position Summary Position Summary:
The Learning Assistant provides learning support to students, colleagues and faculty. Support services may include tutoring, monitoring a lab/learning space, and/or assisting with learning technology/software. This position must work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. This position must use varying styles and approaches that reflect an understanding and acceptance of the role of culture in a diverse, multicultural workplace.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The following are the functions essential to performing this job: Tutor students individually, in small groups, or embedded in courses both on campus or online. Engage and encourage students to become confident, successful, and active learners by engaging them directly in ways that respond to the diversity of students' cultural backgrounds, academic needs, and learning styles. Help monitor the learning environment, and interpret needed protocols for students. Provide technical/software support to students. Perform record-keeping and administrative tasks as directed. Encourage communication between student and instructor. Refer students to other appropriate services on campus, as needed. Act as a resource and mentor to colleagues classified as Learning Assistant I/II. ( LAIII ) Design and lead in-class presentations, orientations, supplemental instruction groups, review sessions, and/or study skills workshops. ( LAIII ) Coach students in academic study skills. ( LAIII ) Assist the STEM Learning Center Coordinator with researching and updating learning center materials and resources, as requested. ( LAIII ) Perform other duties as assigned. Required Minimum Qualifications 1. High School Diploma ( LAI /II) 2. College-level course completion with a grade of B or greater ( LAI /II) 3. Prior employment (2 years for LAIII ), volunteer or internship ( LAI /II) 4. Associate Degree in appropriate area or completion of appropriate courses or certificates or documented successful equivalent experience ( LAIII ) Desired Qualifications 1. Associate Degree in appropriate area or completion of appropriate courses or certificates or documented successful equivalent experience ( LAII ) 2. Bachelor's Degree in appropriate area ( LAIII ) 3. Faculty recommendations and/or professional references that pertain to the specific department or learning center subject areas ( LAI /II) 4. Experience using Microsoft Office 365 and Blackboard LMS 5. Excellent verbal and written communication skills 6. Bilingual in Spanish Work Schedule Full/Part Time Part Time Telework Eligible? No Essential Personnel? No Posting Detail Information Job Posted Date 05/28/2024 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes For Best Consideration Special Instructions to Applicants All applications and required documents must be submitted online. Mail, e-mail, or fax submissions will not be accepted. Cover letters may be addressed to the Search Committee and should briefly address your qualifications as related to the requirements of this position. Frederick Community College prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment. Frederick Community College, an equal opportunity employer, values campus diversity in students and staff and encourages members from historically under-represented groups to apply. Non-Discrimination Statement Frederick Community College is committed to the principles of equal opportunity and strictly prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (
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• In order to be considered for this position, you must possess College-level course completion with a grade of B+ or greater and prior employment, volunteer or internship experience. Please indicate whether or not you meet these minimum requirements. Y N
• Do you have an Associate's degree in an appropriate area OR have you completed appropriate courses or certificates and/or do you possess documented successful equivalent experience? (For the LAIII level) Y N Documents Needed To Apply Required Documents Resume/CV Optional Documents Cover Letter Transcripts
Benefits
- Dental Insurance