Peer Tutor - Subject-Based (part-time)

Bristol Community College • Fall River, MA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Bristol Community College is an exciting place to work, learn, and grow! Bristol is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment with a rich diversity of beliefs, cultures, languages, abilities, and lifestyles. Committed to enriching its educational experience through a supportive community, Bristol actively encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply and achieve our vision of advancing a vibrant, diverse community through education, learner by learner. If you share a passion for helping students succeed and enjoy working in a community of innovative, inclusive, and collaborative colleagues, Bristol is the place for you! As a Commonwealth of Massachusetts employer, Bristol offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including health, dental, life, long-term disability, retirement and paid time off (vacation, personal, sick, and holiday pay). We also offer tuition waiver discounts at the Commonwealth's public higher education institutions. More information can be found on our Benefits website.

Requirements

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have earned a B+ or higher in course(s) where tutoring would occur. An equivalent level of understanding (appropriate placement test scores, B+ or higher in a closely related higher-level course, etc.) may be considered.
• If a current Bristol student who has not completed their program, must maintain a minimum of a 3.0 overall GPA.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to explain concepts to others clearly.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 applications and Zoom.
• The ability to work effectively with a diverse student body, faculty, and staff.
• All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Bristol Community College is an institution that does not sponsor work authorization.
• A pre-employment criminal background check will be conducted for all positions.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated familiarity with Bristol resources available to students.
• Demonstrated proficiency with TracCloud or similar systems.
• Ability to communicate in a language in addition to English.

Responsibilities

• Tutor students in academic concepts and/or course material; integrate study and learning strategies to promote independent learning.
• Act in a professional manner and be sensitive to and respectful of the student's learning and, if appropriate, personal needs.
• Be prepared and on time for each tutoring session, including but not limited to one-to-one, drop-in, group, or virtual tutoring formats.
• Work with the tutee to develop a tutoring plan that fits the student's individual needs and encourages academic development and success.
• Keep all information on students confidential; adhere to FERPA.
• Work with the Coordinator(s) of Learning Resources to assess the tutee's progress throughout tutoring sessions.
• Input session notes in a timely manner into department's record keeping system, such as TracCloud.
• Attend training sessions and meetings.
• Complete required college trainings such as, but not limited to, Title IX, FERPA, Bloodborne Pathogens and Information Security.
• Follow all Library Learning Commons/departmental procedures and policies; report critical issues to supervisor immediately.
• Refer tutees to other campus services or resources when appropriate.
• Submit electronic timesheet in Self Service Time & Attendance (SSTA) weekly, or paper timesheet, if required for payroll purposes.
• Demonstrate a sense of professionalism and consistently reflect Bristol's core values while interacting with members of the Bristol community.
• Focus on the Commonwealth's Equity Agenda by applying related best practices throughout all job functions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• health
• dental
• life
• long-term disability
• retirement
• paid time off (vacation, personal, sick, and holiday pay)
• tuition waiver discounts at the Commonwealth's public higher education institutions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED