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.

• 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

• 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.

• 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;