What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Skills Center Peer Tutor position at Wayne Community College?
Primary Purpose
Provide tutorial support in college curriculum supplements, college entrance preparation, and high school courses as directed by Academic Skills Center (ASC) staff; support ASC staff by providing additional assistance to community members who have a need and desire to pursue their educational goals.
Position Duties
Primary duties of the Academic Skills Peer Tutor include one-on-one and group tutoring of Wayne Community College students in any of the following areas: Math, English, Reading, Science, Chemistry, Computer Technology, Accounting, Music, and any other curriculum as needed. The Tutor will implement diverse educational strategies to connect with students and will assist Academic Skills Staff with Full-Time Equivalency (FTE) required documentation. The Academic Skills Peer Tutor will be responsible for supporting the Academic Skills Center objectives and will perform all other duties as directed by the Academic Skills Center staff.
Position Requirements
Must be a current WCC student. Flexible schedule with the ability to tutor one-on-one or in group sessions is required. The tutor must have a grade point average of 3.0 or better, and a referral from WCC instructor is required. Excellent oral and written communications skills are required. Applicant must be a self-starter, a team player, and possess the ability to work well with others. It is preferred that the tutor have Tutor Certification (Basic Level) through an accredited Tutoring Association such as the National Tutoring Association. A National Career Readiness Certificate and bilingual are preferred.
If selected for employment, the applicant must submit to a criminal background.
INSTITUTION: Wayne Community College is a member of the North Carolina Community Colleges System. Located in Goldsboro, NC, the College serves Wayne and adjoining counties. Wayne Community College is an equal opportunity employer. A Tobacco-Free Campus as of August 1, 2009.
APPLICATIONS: Submit an employment application and all supporting materials, including copies of certifications, post-secondary transcripts, resume, and cover letter. No paper applications will be accepted. Applications will be screened, and the most qualified applicants interviewed. All applicants will be notified once the position has been filled.