Temporary- Learning Support Specialist (Pool)
About The Position
Volunteer State Community College is seeking temporary, part-time Learning Support Specialists to provide in-person small-group and one-on-one tutoring in math, writing, or reading in the learning support classroom. Specialists work with faculty teaching learning support courses to prepare for class sessions and help students improve their skills and achieve course competencies. The position is grant funded, with funding through May 2029. Work is available during the fall and spring semesters, Monday through Thursday, for up to 20 hours per week. Schedules are based on scheduled courses and the specialist’s availability. Summer work is not available. Applications for temporary part-time positions are accepted continuously and reviewed when openings become available; postings close yearly on October 31, and applicants must reapply each year to keep their application active.
Requirements
- Must be 18 years or older.
- Associate degree in any field or completion of at least 60 college credit hours.
- Content knowledge in one or more learning support subject areas: math, reading, or writing.
- Basic computer skills for data entry.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Ability to collaborate with faculty on student progress.
- Ability to establish and maintain rapport with assigned students.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in any field.
- Prior tutoring or teaching experience.
- Experience with Microsoft suite of products.
Responsibilities
- Provide instructional support to an assigned caseload of students across multiple class periods, in groups and one-on-one.
- Assist faculty in helping students understand and respond to coursework.
- Implement daily instructional strategies with faculty, including reviewing upcoming course material and assignments in preparation for class.
- Help students navigate online learning environments and troubleshoot minor technical issues.
- Maintain participation records, check in on students’ academic progress, and provide feedback to faculty.
- Participate in onboarding and training.
- Participate in weekly check-ins with the faculty lead for continuous growth.
- Participate in ongoing professional development managed by staff from the Tennessee Board of Regents.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
