Chemistry Tutor

Instruction & Classroom Support Tech - Chemistry Tutor

Salary: $19.50 - $25.96 hourly*

Reports to: Director of Tutoring

• This recruitment is to establish an applicant pool for future vacancies. Individuals will be contacted as vacancies occur.
  
  

Olympic College is continuously recruiting for Chemistry Instructional Tutor positions that may occur throughout the year. This position will be responsible for helping students develop knowledge, insight, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills in Chemistry course materials. Part-time positions at the college are open continuously and reviewed on a quarter-by-quarter basis. Individuals who apply to the applicant pool are considered active for a period of 12 months from the application date and may be contacted when vacancies occur. Submitting an application does not guarantee that a position will be available or offered.

Olympic College is a public two-year community college accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities that educates more than 13,000 students a year. The College is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourages applications from women, people of color, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. Olympic College is located on the scenic Kitsap Peninsula across Puget Sound from the city of Seattle. Kitsap is surrounded by 236 miles of saltwater shoreline and centrally located between the Olympic and Cascade Mountain ranges, affording spectacular views of mountains and water from every vantage point.

• Assist students in analyzing assignments and understanding class materials.
• Assist students in interpreting and understanding chemistry concepts.
• Assist students in the development of critical thinking and scientific communication skills.
• Assist students in the development of effective study habits and skills.
• Assist student working in an online format.
• Perform other related duties as assigned and/or required.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Reference from an instructor or professor if you are a current Olympic College student.
• High School Graduate, Equivalent or Current Running Start Student.
• Basic computer competency.
• Applicants need to meet at least one set of course qualifications
• Inorganic Chemistry:
• Completion of CHEM 141/151, CHEM 142/152 and CHEM 143/153 or equivalent courses with an average decimal grade of 3.5 or better
• Organic Chemistry:
• Completion of CHEM 241/251, CHEM 242/252 and CHEM 243/253 or equivalent courses with an average decimal grade of 3.5 or better
  

Desired Qualifications

• College teaching or previous tutoring experience.
  
  

Successful Applicants will

• Demonstrate excellence in Chemistry.
• Follow campus regulations local, state, and federal laws, regulations and ordinances.
• Work various hours.
• Work successfully in a high-attendance, high-volume study center.
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Be adaptable and flexible.
• Foster a climate of multi-cultural understanding and appreciation.
• Function as a team player
• Possess excellent customer service skills; including building and maintaining internal/external customer satisfaction.
• Possess an appreciation of diversity and the benefits of a commitment to cultural awareness and sensitivity in the workplace.
• Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to the Olympic College mission, vision and values.
• Demonstrate ethics, integrity and sound professional judgment
  
  

Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas for this position. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered.

Hourly employees must work 480 hours in a rolling six-month period to become eligible for health benefits. Hourly employees must work 70 hours in any five months for two consecutive years to become eligible for retirement. This is an hourly position scheduled to work up to 18 hours per week, with a salary of $19.50 - $25.96 per hour*. They are not initially eligible for benefits upon hire but could qualify for the following.

Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, sick leave, paid holidays, Aflac, space available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reduced rate, and priority consideration on-site childcare on a space available.

For more information regarding benefits, please visit our website here.

Conditions of Employment

• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required WB HB 2327.
• Olympic College seeks candidates for employment who share our commitment to fostering an equitable and inclusive learning environment (read ourEquity Statement). All applicants are required to submit a statement of 500 words or less, describing the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the higher education environment and their prior, current, and/or potential contribution(s) to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion as an employee.
• The employee must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance of the campus to respond to workplace reporting requirements at the time of hiring. Frequent travel to Olympic College campuses or other sites may occur.
  
  

How To Apply

Required

To be considered for this position a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following required materials:

• Olympic College Online Application
• Resume
• Cover Letter - in your cover letter describe how your experience sets you apart for this position.
• Unofficial college transcripts. Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will be required of the successful candidate.
  
  

EEO Statement

Olympic College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Olympic College provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination and accommodation policies:HRticket@olympic.edu. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed or modified without notice.