Tutor - Intermittent

Job Title:

Tutor - INR

Geauga Campus and KSU Twinsburg Academic Center

Salary:

 $15.00 - $18.00/hourly

Basic Function:

The Professional Tutor supports students’ academic success by providing guidance and personalized instruction in specific subject areas. The tutor works closely with the Coordinator of Student Academic Services, faculty, and students to assess their learning needs and help students develop strategies for improvement.

Additional Basic Function – if applicable:

Examples of Duties:

Key Responsibilities:

1. Offer one-on-one and group tutoring sessions in a specific subject (e.g. math, English, chemistry, etc.)
2. Using the process of learning, break down concepts into understandable pieces
3. Adjust tutoring methods based on the student’s progress
4. Teach effective study techniques, note-taking techniques, time management, and organizational skills
5. Help students develop critical thinking skills
6. Provide students guidance on test preparation
7. Establish a supportive atmosphere for learning

Additional Examples of Duties – if applicable:

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in education or in relevant subject area 
2. Previous tutoring or teaching experience preferred
3. Proficiency in the subject area tutoring
4. Experience working with students of different learning styles and academic preparedness
5. Strong interpersonal skills
6. Ability to simplify and explain concepts
7. Strong organizational skills

Key Competencies:
1. Expertise in subject area tutored
2. Personalized instruction capabilities
3. Strong understanding of the learning process
4. Ability to work with students in-person or virtually through Microsoft Teams

Preferred Qualifications – if applicable:

Assessments:

Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which require assessments

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

Working Schedule:

Additional Information:

Must pass a security check.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to non-discrimination to employ and advance qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. We comply with VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

For official job descriptions, visit www.kent.edu/hr. 

Kent State University is committed to creating a community that is culturally and intellectually diverse and to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that respect differences, and are inclusive, welcoming, respectful and kind.

Kent State University is a Smoke-Free, Tobacco-Free University effective July 1, 2017. Smoking and tobacco use are not permitted on any of Kent State’s campuses or other locations and properties that are owned, operated, or leased by Kent State, both domestic and international. For additional details, visit www.kent.edu/smoke-free.

Disclaimer:

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.