What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tutor (Various Subjects) position at Galveston College?
About Our College
Galveston College is a comprehensive community college located on Galveston Island, just 40 miles south of Houston, Texas. Our College provides the citizens of Galveston Island and the surrounding region with academic, workforce development, continuing education, and community service programs. We serve an ethnically diverse population of approximately 2,400 students each semester in credit programs and nearly 5,000 individuals annually in continuing education programs. On the Island we enjoy coastal living with easy access to big city amenities. We offer great benefits, holidays, collaborative work environment, and no state income tax. Please come be a part of our team!
Duties:
- Conduct one-on-one or small group tutoring sessions in assigned subjects.
- Assist students in understanding course material, improving study skills, and preparing for exams.
- Create and maintain a positive and encouraging learning environment.
- Develop and utilize effective tutoring strategies tailored to individual student needs.
- Monitor and track student progress, providing feedback to the Tutoring Center Coordinator.
- Attend training sessions and meetings as required.
- Maintain confidentiality of student information and adhere to the college’s policies and procedures.
- Assist in promoting the services of the Tutoring Center to the campus community.
Required Qualifications:
- Strong proficiency in the subject(s) to be tutored, evidenced by a grade of B or higher in those courses.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds and varying academic abilities.
- Strong organizational skills and reliability.
- Teachability and determination to continue growing in quantity and quality of your skill set.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior Tutoring experience
How to Apply (each of these four items must be completed)
- Complete and submit the Galveston College Application (Word doc below)
- Submit a resume
- Submit a cover letter
- Submit unofficial transcripts
*Please note, applicants must be Texas residents or willing to relocate. Galveston College is not registered for employment outside of the state of Texas.*