Mathematics Tutor (part-time)

Louisiana State University • Eunice, LA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

LSUE seeks a part-time Mathematics Tutor to assist students in freshman- and sophomore-level mathematics courses in the Mathematics Tutoring Center. The position provides one-on-one help with course topics and assistance with online homework. The tutor must be available at some point between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, and may work up to 30 hours per week depending on availability and departmental need.

The position also supports laboratory and computerized-classroom operations. Duties include helping students use the lab and course software, maintaining academic integrity during assessments, managing technical issues, scheduling operating hours, training student assistants, tracking usage data, and communicating with the Dean of the Division of Sciences and Mathematics about potential problems and workload needs. Other duties may be assigned by the Dean.

Applicants must submit a letter of application, resume, copies of official transcripts, and three professional references with contact information. Original transcripts are required before hire. Employment offers are contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in Mathematics or another applicable degree from a regionally accredited academic institution, with credit in College Algebra and Trigonometry; current bachelor's degree students who have passed Algebra and Trigonometry may also apply.
• Experience working with students at either a high school or higher education institution.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for an extended period.
• Ability to bend from a standing position or sit next to students at a desk.
• Ability to read a computer screen and comprehend mathematical symbols and their meaning.
• Ability to listen to students' questions and comprehend what is being asked.
• Advanced basic math skills.
• Proficient computer operation skills.
• Proficient teaching instruction skills.
• Beginner-level skills in training and directing student workers.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, or Mathematics Education, with coursework through Differential Calculus.
• Three years of experience teaching high school or higher education mathematics, including experience explaining mathematics to a diverse population.

Responsibilities

• Tutor students enrolled in Pre-Algebra, Introductory Algebra, Intermediate Algebra, or Applied College Algebra.
• Help students sign in and out of the laboratory.
• Assist students with myLSUE, myCourses, MyMathLab, and other course software.
• Provide passwords and actively maintain academic integrity while students take assessments in the laboratory.
• Provide a welcoming learning environment in the laboratory.
• Manage technical issues and inoperable equipment.
• Help schedule laboratory operating hours.
• Train student assistants and oversee their time.
• Maintain and track laboratory and classroom usage data.
• Communicate with the Dean of the Division of Sciences and Mathematics to identify potential problems and workload needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean of the Division of Sciences and Mathematics.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Retirement options
• Various leave options
• Paid holidays
• Wellness benefits
• Tuition exemption for qualified positions
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level