Math Specialist - Disability Support Services

Department
TRIO Disability Support Services

Campus Location
Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Hire Type
Part Time

Pay
$13/hour

Work Schedule; work is performed on-site and in person.
Flexible, dependent on class schedule.

Export Compliance Requirement
No export control requirement.

Job Story
A Math Specialist for TRIO Disability Support Services provides students with scheduled or walk-in tutoring and math assistance for required coursework, as well as perform general office and receptionist tasks (greeting visitors, answering phones, etc.) for the department.

Job Summary
A student assistant will carry out administrative and technical tasks requested by a supervisor. Depending on the area the student assistant is employed in, they may assist and mentor other students or provide support throughout the campus in various forms.

Job Duties
• Provide math assistance to TRIO DSS participants.
• Complete TRIO DSS Peer Tutor Program CRLA Training.
• Attend all monthly tutor meetings/trainings.
• Complete all necessary paperwork related to the Math Specialist position.
• Perform general office tasks as assigned (Word processing, filing, greeting, answering phones/directing calls, etc.)
• Help students become self-sufficient, independent learners.
• Maintain contact via face-to-face, phone, or email communication with the Tutor Coordinator and/or Admin Specialist in the event of any concerns/problems.
• Other duties as assigned by the TRIO Disability Support Services Professional Staff.

Required Education
High School diploma or equivalent. Enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours at Wichita State University.

Additional Requirements
1. Math Specialist must be currently enrolled at WSU as an undergraduate/graduate student
2. Must be of sophomore or higher class standing
3. A strong academic background in Math and related subjects
4. Maintain a minimum overall GPA of 3.0
5. Must have a B or better in Math courses
6. Must have proficient English speaking and communication skills
7. Transfer students must have completed at least one full semester at WSU
8. Ability to organize, prioritize, and meet deadlines

Required Experience
This is specific to each position and department. See additional requirements and preferences.

Preferred Qualifications
1. Applicants who have taken the course(s) they wish to tutor at Wichita State University
2. Experience tutoring or working with individuals with disabilities

Physical Requirements
Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.