Tutor, Communications

Palm Beach State College • Lake Worth, FL

56d

About The Position

Responsible for fostering independent learning by supporting students in developing learning strategies and reviewing concepts taught in class. Provides individual tutoring and organized study group sessions. Collaborates with supervisors in the review and development of lab resources and programming.

Requirements

• Acceptable education required in one of the following related areas: English, Secondary Education or greater, Communication, Journalism, TESOL, Reading, Developmental Education, Language Arts, Business, Higher Education Administration, Counseling, or other related discipline.
• Associate’s degree in related discipline
• One year of related experience
• Knowledge of: Microsoft Office Professional or similar application
• Skilled in: Delivering a high level of customer service
• Attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management
• Promoting cooperative behavior and team efforts
• Ability to: Ability to convey knowledge of tutorial discipline to others in a practical and comprehensive manner
• Make students active partners in the learning process
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing on a regular basis with internal and external customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations, and take responsibility for a high level of service
• Interact in a positive manner with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public
• Research information for problem solving
• Regular physical attendance required

Nice To Haves

• Education and Experience: Experience with remote tutoring
• Experience tutoring students in English for Academic Purposes (EAP) and/or TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)
• Skilled in: Collecting, organizing, analyzing, and presenting information in a meaningful manner
• Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements: College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA) certification

Responsibilities

• Conducts tutoring sessions with individual or multiple students in person and virtual environment.
• Provides constructive feedback and suggestions on student assignments.
• Reviews lab materials and evaluates usefulness of lab resources on a periodic basis to ensure accuracy of information.
• Acts as liaison with departments within area of discipline.
• Encourages use of lab by students through communication with faculty and development and delivery of lab orientation programs.
• Assists with initiatives aimed at improving student retention and completion.
• Participates as active member within the assigned clusters.
• Creates an engaging learning environment and enhances student confidence and interest in learning.
• Maintains an awareness of current College and department policies and guidelines.
• Maintains and enhances current knowledge of field or profession.
• Travels to training workshops, conferences, meetings and professional events outside of college locations, as needed.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Culture: Be part of an inclusive, Panther First environment where every role has a purpose, and employees have a sense of belonging.
• Education Benefits: Tuition fee waiver at PBSC, tuition reimbursement, degree recognition award, educational leave, and more. Public Service Loan Forgiveness institution.
• Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, parental leave, and more.
• Generous Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, holidays, and spring and winter breaks offering additional paid time off.
• Panther Perks: Potential remote or hybrid opportunities, wellness programs, and apps related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
• Professional Development: Leadership programs, professional learning workshops, and more.
• Retirement Investments : State retirement plan options and voluntary 403(b) and 457 plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees