Job Information
Monroe Community College Paraprofessional Biology Tutor, Learning Support Systems, Fall 2024 in Rochester, New York
Location: Rochester, NY Category: Tutor Posted On: Thu Sep 26 2024 Job Description:
Function of Position:
Reporting to the Director of Learning Support Systems, Paraprofessional Tutors are staff who work with students to help them to develop effective learning strategies and to become self-regulated learners. These tutors help students with discipline-specific content.
Examples of Duties & Responsibilities:
Primary Functions:
Foster the development of independent, intentional learners
Help students understand and use effective learning strategies
Provide tutor assistance in Biology in one-on-one and group settings
Develop and nurture rapport with students, peers, and faculty
Attend training activities to comply with tutoring requirements and expectations before and/or during semesters
Collaborate with the Director of Learning Support Systems on providing workshops to fill learning gaps of both tutors and students with discipline specific content. The Director of Learning Support Systems will collaborate with the Biology Department as needed.
Adhere to tutoring center protocol and tutoring expectations as outlined in the Tutor Handbook
Promote critical thinking and problem solving
Help to identify and fill learning gaps with discipline specific content
Secondary Functions:
Visit classrooms, as needed, to introduce students to tutoring services
Assisting with other learning assistance projects as assigned
MCC Expectations:
Adheres to the College Code of Conduct.
Contributes to, supports, and maintains an equitable, inclusive, and collaborative College environment.
Maintains technological competencies utilized by the College.
Commits to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college.
Commits to professional growth. which includes seeking ongoing training in diversity, equity and inclusion to better serve students.
Job Requirements:
Required Qualifications:
Associates or working towards a Bachelor's Degree in Biology or Biology-related discipline
Technology savvy
Experience working with diverse college populations
Preferred Qualifications:
Two years of tutoring experience
Teaching experience in Biology in grades 9-12 or at the community college level
Bilingual and able to read, write, and speak Spanish, or other languages, proficiently
Additional Information:
Pay Rate:
Paraprofessional
Associates Degree - $16.00/hr to $17/hr
Job Type: Part Time
Hours: 10-20 Hours per Week
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