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Description/Job Summary

The purpose of tutoring is to increase and enhance the student's mastery of concepts or applications of a specific course of study. An Instructional Tutor assists in providing individual and small group tutoring services to BCCC students. Instructional Tutors provide students with pre-tutoring assessments to identify the student's weaknesses and design an individualized learning plan.

Responsibilities/Duties

• Reviewing classroom or curricula topics and assignments;

• Assisting students with homework, projects, test preparation, papers, research and other academic tasks;

• Working with students to help them understand key concepts, especially those learned in the classroom;

• Demonstrating academic best practices for specific subjects and assignments, including research and writing tactics;

• Conducting practice tests to track progress, identify areas of improvement and help set goals for exam preparation;

• Providing students with positive and constructive feedback;

• Building meaningful connections with students from diverse backgrounds;

• Instructing students both in person and over video chat;

• Diagnosing student needs through active listening techniques and questioning strategies;

• Recognizing different learning styles and student preferences;

• Staying up to date with the school curriculum;

• Collaborate with an ABE/GED program coordinator;

• Communicate student progress to faculty and to the Tutoring Manager;

• Maintain documentation on student remediation plan, process and success;

• Develop resources and practice materials for use in tutoring sessions;

• Keep regular and accurate records of tutoring sessions using designated software and/or relevant forms;

• Provide evaluations and other reports as requested by the CAA Director;

• Attend tutor training and required meetings;

• Complete and return reports of tutoring sessions in an accurate and timely manner;

• Report any problems or concerns to the CAA Director immediately;

• Follow all BCCC policies; establish credibility with the student and staff; and behave in accordance with the College's values and expectations;

• Perform related duties as required

Required Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;

• Ability to understand and respond to oral and written instructions and ideas;

• Ability to interpret, apply and communicate discipline concepts;

• Effective time management and organizational skills;

• Ability to work harmoniously and cooperatively with colleagues, faculty, staff and students;

• Ability to meet deadlines;

• Knowledge of tutoring concepts and their applications;

• Ability to select and implement tutoring strategies, methods, and procedures based on student needs;

• Ability to observe and accurately assess and respond to student needs;

• Must have proficient computer skills, including MS Office suite, advanced information technology skills, and knowledge of instructional technology.

Required Qualifications

• Experience in tutoring and/or teaching at the college level;

• Equivalent combinations of experience and education may also receive consideration;

• Minimum GPA of 3.0;

• Instructor recommendation;

• Peer tutors must be enrolled in at least six credits at BCCC;