Writing Tutor - Elkhart
Ivy Tech
Goshen, Indiana
Full-Time
$15
OfficeExecutive
Classification:Part time, Temporary Staff
Compensation: $15.00/hr
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:Tutor Coordinator. Campus Lead, Chair, or Dean
Major Responsibilities:
• Meet with students in individual, shared and group tutoring format to enhance, support, and clarify concepts discussed in class lectures, reading, and handouts, for the subject(s) for which you were hired
• Provide students guidance in the acquisition and application of study skills methods
• Serve as a link to other college resources
• Complete all paperwork and recordkeeping as requested by the supervisor (time cards, tutoring logs, evaluations, etc.).
• Participate in initial and ongoing training programs as required
• Consult with faculty to help students meet course learning objectives
• Conduct all activities with an appreciation and respect for diversity of people, styles, and views
• Demonstrate strong customer service and/or student advocacy skills through a positive attitude of approachability, adaptability, and strong problem solving
• Dress and behave in a professional manner
• Maintain the confidentiality of tutoring sessions.
• This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE and OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Be a current student who has completed at least one semester at Ivy Tech OR have at least one semester experience as a tutor or faculty member (examples: retired high school teacher, recent college graduate) If currently a student, must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better in the course you will
tutor. Must be able to communicate well orally and work well with diverse student populations. Have no campus disciplinary record.
Special Instructions to Applicants: Please Include the following:
• Cover letter: Include course/subjects you are interested in tutoring and availability for upcoming semesters.
• Resume
• References: If a student tutor, at least one reference must be a faculty for the tutored subjects.
Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:
Health & Wellness
Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
Financial & Retirement Benefits
All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings
Educational Benefits
Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.
For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.
Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.