What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tutor P/T- Child Development position at Child Development - CCC Careers?
TUTOR P/T- CHILD DEVELOPMENT
HAROLD WASHINGTON COLLEGE
CITY COLLEGES OF CHICAGO
HAROLD WASHINGTON COLLEGE is seeking a Part-Time Tutor who will assistant students with tutoring and instructional support will help students build high level study skills that will help them with the remainder of the academic careers. The part-time Tutor bridges the gap between the college and the needs of the student. This position also helps students make academic progress, while promoting independent learning and self-reliance.
City Colleges of Chicago’s vision is to be recognized as the city’s most accessible higher education engine of socioeconomic mobility and racial equity – empowering all Chicagoans to take part in building a stronger and more just city. The community college system’s more than 3,500 faculty and staff serve more than 60,000 students annually at seven colleges and five satellite sites.
WE OFFER: Excellent health and welfare benefit package and long-term savings and investment programs including 403(b) & 457(b) Investment Plans and a pension plan with the State University Retirement System (SURS) Plan. Generous vacation, holiday, personal and sick days, and tuition reimbursement. For a more detailed overview of benefits, please visit the benefits page of our website.
- Provides academic assistance to assigned tutees, either in a group or individually.
- Establishes liaison with the instructor and works under the instructor’s direction to assist the student.
- Attends periodic training sessions given by staff members to increase competency in working with students.
- Maintains records on each student who is being tutored, including follow-up and periodic assessment.
- Schedules tutoring appointments.
- Provides evaluations and other reports as required by staff.
- Helps students develop positive attitudes toward learning and studying and helps students develop a high level of motivation in academic areas.
- Assists students in achieving a better understanding of specific subject material and in improving academic capabilities in designated areas.
- Helps students develop the study skills necessary for academic success.
- Establishes and maintains rapport with the assigned students.
- Assists in designing and implementing class cooperative projects.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree or higher in education from an accredited college or university in Child Development. Consideration will be given to candidates who do not have a Bachelor's degree but possess technical certification(s) necessary for the subject being tutored.
- Possess excellent communication skills, and the ability to work with a diverse student body.
- Spanish speaking preferred
- Must be self-directed and able to complete assignments in a timely manner.
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.Chicago residence is required for all full-time employees within 6 months of hire.Thank you for your interest in CCC!