Student Tutors (Applicant Pool)

Statement of Primary Purpose
The primary role of the Student Tutor is to support student learning by providing free tutorial services for requested SCC course(s) in which the Student Tutor has proven academic success. Tutors must have excellent communication skills and the ability to adapt teaching methods to meet the needs of diverse students, as well as have a desire to see students succeed. The Student Tutor may be required to implement instructional activities in both individual and group tutorial sessions both online and face to face. This role is for current SCC students.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities
● Provide appointment-based, skills-based help to individuals and/or small groups for specific SCC course(s).
● Promote academic achievement.
● Monitor students' attendance and progress in course using Watermark and other related student data tracking systems.
● Seek support when students are continually absent
● Note unsatisfactory progress in sessions and identify when student/s may benefit from additional college resources
● Support and encourage independent learning by applying training and following expected procedures.
● Coordinate meetings and schedules with tutees as appropriate.
● Attend required trainings and other related events.
● Set and accomplish reasonable goals and expectations for session(s) with student.
● Submit paperwork in a timely manner (reports and timesheets).

Additional Duties and Responsibilities
Attend professional development and training as established by LAC Director.

Minimum Qualifications
Education
• Must be enrolled at Southwestern Community College (SCC).

• Must have earned a grade of A or B in course being tutored.

• Must have earned an overall 3.0 GPA (Grade Point Average) or greater.

•Must have faculty recommendation from instructor of course in which student seeks to be a tutor.

Knowledge and Skills
● Communicate effectively.
● Desire to help and eager to motivate fellow students.
● Show positive and enthusiastic attitude.
● Model professionalism, including reliability and punctuality.

Physical Demands
● Indoor, lab setting.

Equipment Operation
Computers, scanners, printers, copiers.

Pay Scale

Student Tutor - $15/hr

This position description covers the most essential functions and duties associated with this position. Other duties may be assigned by the President or appropriate supervisory personnel. The College reserves the right to alter duties, responsibilities, conditions, working hours, and job title as necessary.