TRIO Upward Bound Tutor - English

Compensation:

$15.00 - $18.75 per hour, Up to 29 hours per week

Compensation Type:

Non-Exempt

Employment Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Grade:

NE02

Position Summary

The purpose of this position is to work with a diverse group of TRIO Upward Bound high school students in providing academic learning support, in the form of tutoring, to students from various socio-economic, cultural, ethnic, and linguistic backgrounds.

• MAJOR DUTIES
• Assists TRIO Upward Bound students in learning and understanding course material within the tutor’s content area, with the goal of helping the student to become an independent and self-reliant learner.
• Tutors individual students for the TRIO Upward Bound program in a classroom, or in another area designated by the tutor’s supervisor.
• Tutors small groups of students the TRIO Upward Bound, in a classroom, or in another area designated and arranged by the tutor’s supervisor.
• Communicates respectfully, professionally and promptly.
• Tracks and submits work time, time spent in training, time spent tutoring, and tutoring session notes.
• Other duties as assigned

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• KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION
• Advanced knowledge of discipline as demonstrated by: Associate’s degree or higher level of education; or specific certification essential for the job; or equivalent/specialized experience, such as language fluency/proficiency, at an academic level; successful completion of courses in the discipline with a grade of “B” or higher.
• Preference will be given to current TRIO students.
• Communication skills in terms of providing students with academic tutoring assistance.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment with high school students grades 9th – 12th.

• SUPERVISORY CONTROLS The supervisor assigns work in terms of general instructions which may require some judgment. The supervisor spot-checks work while it is being performed and once completed for compliance with established procedures as well as, accuracy, nature and propriety of the final results. GUIDELINES The Guidelines include Tutoring Center policies, CRLA policies, FERPA, San Juan College Employee Handbook, ADA regulations, and other Upward Bound program policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment and selection. COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK
• The work consists of tutoring and other duties that involve related steps, processes, or methods. The diversity in “customer base” (students) and range of each subject complicates the work performed.
• The purpose of this position is to work with a diverse group of high school students in providing academic learning support, in the form of tutoring, to students from various socio-economic, cultural, ethnic, and linguistic backgrounds.
• CONTACTS
• Contacts are typically with high school students, TRIO Upward Bound staff, other college personnel, faculty, staff, students at host institution.
• Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.

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• PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT
• The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, and stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light objects.
• The work is typically performed in a classroom setting.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.

• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/ internship.

• Must have earned a grade of “A” or “B” in class tutored or more advanced class, recommendation from instructor(s), or multiple years’ experience in teaching or tutoring in the subject area.

VALUES STATEMENT

San Juan College is committed to serving the needs of our students through a process of continuous quality improvement. We uphold and affirm the following iCARE values:

• Innovation
• Collaboration
• Accountability
• Respect
• Excellence

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $18.75 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 29 per week

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Farmington, NM 87402 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Farmington, NM 87402: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $19