Professional Tutor at Miami University in Rentschler Hall

Job description

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. Miami University Values Statement Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility. For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage. 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 t