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Peer Tutors I & II - CAPS

Employer
Holyoke Community College
Location
Holyoke, MA

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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Community College

Job Details

The Center for Academic Program Support (CAPS) provides free assistance to all HCC students through tutoring, writing, ESL, and math centers; study groups and ongoing study skills workshops; and programs such as our free Math Mini Prep. Additionally, CAPS provides specialized academic programs such as supplemental instruction, learning coaches, and mentoring.

Specific Subject Areas Sought:

  • Writing across the Curriculum
  • Life Sciences (BIO/CHEM/PHYSICS)
  • Psychology
  • Accounting
  • All Levels of Mathematics
*See additional responsibilities for Peer II Tutors below and hourly rate.

Tutoring Responsibilities:Understand the assignment: Be prepared to engage the student in active learning.Help students interpret the course content.Model or teach study skills, time management, note taking, and test taking.Work with students on a one-to-one or small group basis.Understand a Student's Learning Style.Help students become an independent learner.Assist in daily/hourly record keeping.*Additional Responsibilities for Peer II Tutors:Understand and articulate the tutoring mission and philosophies.Be able to assess student's strengths and deficiencies, and use appropriate tutoring strategies to help students carry out their intention.Identify characteristics of adult and non-traditional student learning styles and tutor accordingly.Technical Responsibilities:Become skilled in using the software (Computer Assisted Instruction).Help students integrate information technology within the given area.When needed use the Assistive Technology Center.Be able to identify and use resources.Training and Resource Support:Attend scheduled meetings or workshops.Communicate with instructor on a regular basis to review tutorial services.Communicate with other resources for assistance such as ESL staff, as well as Math and Writing Coordinators.Explore on-line tutoring as a resource.Qualifications

REQUIRED: Ability to work well with a diverse student population; Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Part-Time, Non-Benefited Position

Hourly Rate--
Peer I tutors - $13.50/hr.
*Peer II tutors: Hourly rate determined by the number of hours previously tutored

- All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. HCC is not sponsoring H1B Visa.
- Pre-Employment Background check, including Criminal History will be conducted for all positions.

Holyoke Community College is committed to excellence and opportunity through diversity in education and employment. Holyoke Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, maternity leave, and national origin, in its education programs or employment.

Organization

Working at Holyoke Community College

Since its founding in 1946, Holyoke Community College has focused on inspiring futures through education and training, access, and engagement. The goal is simple-exceptional preparation for personal and professional success through education for all learners.

HCC's highly-qualified, committed faculty and staff engage learners through innovative, relevant instruction and comprehensive student support services, ensuring that our students are well prepared for their next step in life-whether to transfer to a four-year institution, to advance in a career, to build skills, or simply to enhance their quality of life.

HCC faculty and staff support students in discovering their academic abilities and career aptitudes for the future they choose. We think they'll find that HCC provides the best start for attaining their goals, for one of the best dollar values in education today.

Enrollment

Located in Western Massachusetts' scenic Pioneer Valley, HCC draws students from more than 70 cities and towns throughout the region and from beyond. As a gateway to quality, accessible education and career advancement, more than 100,000 students have come through the doors seeking to realize their dreams and aspirations. HCC boasts the largest enrollment and awards the highest number of associate degrees and certificates among Western Massachusetts community colleges. At the college's 65th commencement in May 2012,a total of 1,000 students received approximately 1,026 associate degrees and certificates. Graduates ranged in age from 18-80, and came from 70 Massachusetts towns, as well as Connecticut, New Hampshire, Vermont, and from as far away as Florida, Michigan, Missouri and South Carolina. Our international grads included citizens of Israel, Malawi, Peru and South Korea.

Programs

HCC offers more than 100 associate degree and certificate options, as well as adult basic education/GED programs, education and training for business and industry, and noncredit community service personal and professional enrichment courses. To accommodate students' busy lives, HCC offers day, twilight, evening, weekend, and online classes. Academic programs, in a variety of disciplines, are designed for immediate career entry or for transfer to four-year institutions. Plus, for those seeking additional intellectual challenge in their coursework, HCC is known for its exceptional learning communities (team-taught interdisciplinary courses organized around a common theme) and its Commonwealth Honors program, among other programs and services.

Transfer

HCC has the highest transfer rate of any community college statewide, holding articulation agreements with more than 27 colleges and universities. Many students attend HCC with the intention of transferring to a four-year college or university. And many do so after graduating-often with generous and even full scholarships-to public and private four-year colleges and universities across the country. Locally, HCC is the largest feeder institution for Westfield State College and UMASS Amherst.

Immediate career entry

HCC offers short-term certificates and training for students whose goal is immediate career entry. HCC's Career Center provides additional assistance in helping students obtain employment in the region's many workplaces.

A vibrant community resource

Throughout the year, HCC is home to numerous recreational and cultural activities and events that are open to the community. View an art exhibit at the Taber Art Gallery, catch a live performance at the Leslie Phillips Theater, enjoy the college's annual Jazz Festival, or come watch one of HCC's competitive varsity athletic games. HCC has the largest disc golf course in Western Massachusetts, and it's free and open to the public.

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