What are the responsibilities and job description for the Professional Tutor of Biology- PT position at Mount Mary University?
Position Summary: Provide content tutoring primarily in the biological sciences to a diverse student population with varied academic needs.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Tutor students in the biology sequence, including cellular and molecular biology, ecological and evolutionary biology, anatomy, physiology, and microbiology
- Work with students in person and through online platforms
- Collaborate with faculty to incorporate course-specific learning outcomes during tutoring sessions
- Help students identify their own individual strengths and skills in order to make study plans, establish academic goals, and maximize the student's potential
- Participate in outreach activities and tutoring services
- Assist in the maintenance and evaluation of tutoring materials and services
- Collaborate as a team member of the Student Success Center (SSC)
- Perform other duties, responsibilities, or special projects as assigned
Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor of Science required, Master's degree strongly preferred
- Experience with college-level tutoring
- Ability to also tutor entry-level chemistry is strongly preferred
- Comfortable working with students one-on-one, and in small group formats
- Demonstrated commitment to promoting inclusiveness and cultural competence; experience working with underrepresented students and students from at-risk backgrounds
- Experience and understanding of current issues and developments in higher education
- Outstanding verbal, writing, and presentation skills; must be able to communicate and interact effectively with Mount Mary students, employees, and alumnae
- Exceptional ability to multitask and prioritize projects
Qualifications:
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform primary functions.
Physical Demands:
- Must sit, walk or stand
- Some repetitive motion may be required
Working Conditions:
- Varying workflow; sometimes stressful with high workload times of the year
Mount Mary University encourages applications from all qualified candidates and is vitally committed to all aspects of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates and all will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ethnicity, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, or any other groups protected by law. Mount Mary seeks to hire and retain personnel who will make a positive contribution to its mission, vision, and values.
For more information about diversity, equity, and inclusion at Mount Mary please visit http://www.mtmary.edu/about/diversity
