Student Worker - Peer Tutor
Student Worker
Varies between campuses

Waubonsee Community College is accepting applications for part-time Peer Tutors.

Reporting to the Academic Support Coordinator, Peer Tutors provide subject matter assistance and assist fellow students with the mastery of concepts or applications of specific subjects. They integrate effective study and learning strategies, thereby maximizing the students’ potential to become independent learners and achieve academic success.

Additionally, peer tutors provide subject-area knowledge and serve as models for students in the techniques, strategies, attitudes, and beliefs of successful learners. Other assistance might include reviewing class material, discussing text, reviewing test questions, generating ideas for papers, or working on solutions to problems.

This position requires excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to effectively use technology to enhance tutoring sessions.

Successful Peer Tutors employ a holistic approach to student success, bring passion and enthusiasm to the Tutoring Center, and are collaborative with students, faculty and colleagues. They work effectively and constructively with persons of diverse cultures, gender identities, language groups, and abilities.

Job Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities
Required Training
Prompt attendance at meetings, workshops and training programs.
Complete tutor training sessions with the Academic Support Coordinator.

Tutoring Role

Provide assistance with students in one-on-one, appointment based and small group settings in subjects that the tutor has maintained a B or better.
Develop and nurture rapport with peers and faculty
Visit classrooms, as needed, to introduce students to tutoring services.
Complete and submit all required forms (e.g., time sheets, evaluations, questionnaires distributed at workshops).
Create a welcoming environment and assist faculty/staff, tutors and students.
Maintain a clean, organized work space.
Be punctual, begin all sessions promptly, use time for academic tasks, and focus on the student’s needs
Be courteous and helpful in all interactions including phone and online conversations.
Maintain confidentiality with any shared information.
Adhere to all tutoring policies.
Assist the Academic Support Coordinator with various projects.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:
Must be a current Waubonsee Community College Student.

Position Qualifications:
Good interpersonal skills and ability to relate to people.
Appreciation for, and sensitivity to, cultural differences.
Demonstrate strong clerical and organizational skills.
Must be a good student in academic standing.
Must maintain a minimum of 3.0 GPA throughout the term of your employment.
Basic Computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Suites. Basic knowledge of Canvas

Please attach the following documents when applying:

1. Cover Letter-Yes
2. Resume-Yes
3. References-Yes
4. Transcripts-No

Position Details
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Grant Funded: No
Compensation Range: 12.00 - 12.00
Compensation Type: Hourly
Work Schedule: Varies - will discuss at time of interview.
Work Hours: 20 (max)
Testing: Yes
Targeted Hire Date: 2/22/2021