Professional Tutor

CHAMINADE UNIVERSITY OF HONOLULU

MISSION STATEMENT

Chaminade University offers its students an education in a collaborative learning environment that prepares them for life, service and successful careers. Guided by its Catholic, Marianist and liberal arts educational traditions, Chaminade encourages the development of moral character, personal competencies, and a commitment to build a just and peaceful society. The University offers both the civic and church communities of the Pacific region its academic and intellectual resources in the pursuit of common aims.

1. Position Information

Title: Professional Tutor

Department: Office of Student Success (OSS)  

Part-time, Non-Exempt 

1. Position Summary

The Professional Tutor is responsible for instructing Program participants in small groups or on an individual basis from the basic skills level to the advanced level. The Professional Tutor utilizes tutoring methodology and supplementary resources and assists the Tutor Coordinator to train peer tutors and conduct skill workshops.   The Professional Tutor is directly responsible for accurately recording and maintaining all tutoring files and records pertaining to self and student.

1. Reports to

Direct Report to: Tutor Coordinator

1. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Tutoring (80%)

• Select and incorporate the most effective learning materials and strategies to meet students’ academic needs
• Consult with faculty to correlate tutorial services with class assignments
• Report to Tutor Coordinator concerning student’s progress and of any unusual concerns about the Program Participant which might require special counseling
• Manage appointments online via AppointmentPlus and email

Tutor Training and Workshops (15%)

• Assist Tutor Coordinator with developing and implementing tutor training workshops and with peer tutor evaluations
• Present and/or co-present workshops on study skills, life skills, or academic skills to Program participants
• Attend required tutor training workshops and one-on-one meetings with Tutor Coordinator
• Complete Basic Level of CRLA national tutor training certification program (at a minimum)

Administrative Duties (5% during the Academic Year)

• Visit Classrooms to introduce self to students and instructors
• Maintain accurate records of time spent and work completed with each participant
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director or the Tutor Coordinator

1. Disclaimer

This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive.  Details relating to both essential and non-essential functions of the job are not precise and are only an approximation, which can vary on a day-to-day basis and are subject to change on an as-needed basis and/or in the sole discretion of supervisory management.

1. Education and Experience

Minimum

Bachelor’s Degree required.

1. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact and work with a diverse faculty, staff, and student body at all levels of the university
• Familiarity with educational technology and ability to use it to enhance student learning
• Group facilitation skills 

1. Physical Requirements

Duties involve light work in an office and community setting and requires a minimum of physical effort with intermittent sitting, standing, climbing stairs, and walking inclines. Must be able to lift 20 pounds, walk the campus with ease, and have excellent motor skills.  Must have finger dexterity. Must be able to communicate information and ideas so that others will understand.

1. Other Requirements

• This is a part time, non-exempt position. Nineteen hours per week (M-F) will be the general rule. However, depending on the project cycles and workflow demands of the department, additional hours or workday schedule changes may be occasionally required.  Must be willing and able to work occasional nights and weekends and have a varying schedule when required
• Performs such similar, comparable or related duties as may be assigned or required
• Observes all safety and health regulations and works in accordance with safe work procedures and policies of the University. Reports unsafe acts/conditions and injuries in a timely and proper manner
• The employee is expected to adhere to all University policies while employed. The policies can be found at https://chaminade.edu/compliance/resources/ or on the employee Share Portal

1. Marianist Identity/Native Hawaiian & Pacific Island Serving

An expressed willingness to respect and support the Catholic and Marianist identity of Chaminade University of Honolulu and to perform all duties in a manner consistent with Marianist educational values and mission of the University.  Understanding of and respect for the University’s designation as an institution that serves students of Native Hawaiian and Pacific Island ancestry.