Tutor

Albany College of Pharmacy • Albany, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences is seeking a Professional Tutor to support the College’s Center for Student Success. The Tutor assists and guides students in their coursework, provides academic support, and integrates study and learning strategies to promote independent learning. The Tutor reports to the Associate Director, Center for Student Success. This is a part-time, on-site position based in Albany, New York, requiring consistent in-person collaboration or interaction with the community. Additional position details will be discussed during the interview process.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Strong communication skills.
• Patience.
• High level of reliability, commitment, and responsibility.
• Ability to relate well to students and staff.
• Availability for scheduled hours.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience teaching or tutoring in higher education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete an online training module before tutoring and stay informed about tutoring philosophies, policies, and procedures by reading the Tutor Handbook.
• Meet and work with students individually or in small groups; frequency may vary.
• Provide content-based learning activities to enrich and support course content.
• Help students assess their learning and study habits and make suggestions as needed.
• Provide study-skill suggestions and tools to help students become active learners.
• Provide academic support in courses in the first- and second-year undergraduate curriculum pertaining to the tutor’s discipline.
• Meet with instructors to discuss tutoring and student progress as needed.
• Meet regularly with the Associate Director, Center for Student Success, and attend staff meetings and in-services as required.
• Serve as a resource for other tutors, including Peer Tutors, in the same discipline.
• Make referrals to campus services as needed.
• Maintain bi-weekly time sheets.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Associate Director of the Center for Student Success.

Benefits

• The full-time employee benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision benefits; free life insurance and disability programs; tuition assistance programs; a retirement plan with employer match and contribution; and generous time off, including 20 paid holidays plus paid sick and vacation time.
• Additional perks include wellness rewards, free gym access, free parking, and identity theft protection.
• Benefits and eligibility vary by position, and exclusions may apply.

What This Job Offers

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