Job Title
Professional Tutor
Department
Regional Learning Assistance JM
Worker Type
Temporary (Fixed Term)
Pay Type
Period Activity Pay
Benefit Eligible
No
Job Description Summary
The Professional Tutor (part-time, temporary position) provides one-on-one or group tutoring to students; may also assist by modeling study skills and by mentoring new and returning undergraduate students. Professional Tutors/mentors are scheduled as needed/available.
Job Description
The Professional Tutor (part-time, temporary position) provides one-on-one or group tutoring to students; may also assist by modeling study skills and by mentoring new and returning undergraduate students. Professional Tutors/mentors are scheduled as needed/available.
Provide tutoring to students with coursework in an office environment or online
Work with tutee to develop a tutoring plan that fits the student’s individual needs
Offer assistance with developing study strategies
Make file notes and communicate with professor, academic coaches and/or director about student progress per department policies
Operate computer and other resources to provide tutoring on-site or remotely
Be accessible to students who have come for assistance
Complete paperwork in a timely manner
Assistant with the facilitation in the distance learning classroom
Support students in the development of vital college success skills such as executive functioning and study skills
Serve as a case-manager/academic coach for high-support students
Facilitating the virtual component of IVDL courses or distance-learning courses in a physical classroom
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts earned by date of employment; significant tutoring and/or teaching experience (education and experience may be gained concurrently).
Consideration may be given to candidates with experience working with a wide variety of students with academic risk factors; explain concepts to others effectively; work comfortably with people from diverse backgrounds; possess good organizational skills; exhibit patience and positive attitudes in establishing an encouraging learning environment; and Miami University classroom experience.
Additional Position Information (if applicable)
Required Application Documents
resume/CV/Cover letter
Special Instructions (if applicable)
For more information about this position, email Tori Myles, griffilg@miamioh.edu
Additional Information
A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.
This organization participates in E-Verify.
Remote Work
For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.
Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.
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Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on…