What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Center for Excellence (ACE) Tutor/Peer Mentor position at Luna Community College?
Position Overview
$15.00 per hour
The Academic Center for Excellence (ACE) Tutor/Peer Mentor coordinates and oversees the tutoring activities in the designated subject area. The Tutor will provide an academic tutoring service to a wide variety of individuals and groups via online and/or face to face.
Essential Job Functions
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Identifies tutoring needs for the assigned student in the subject area authorized to tutor.
- Provides timesheets and tutoring reports back to the ACE/Veteran Benefits Coordinator.
- Follows all policies and procedures for the tutoring program, including policies and procedures for the academic areas, tutors and students.
- Establishes and maintains office hours in the Academic Center for Excellence with the approval of the ACE/Veteran Benefits Coordinator.
- Identifies tutoring needs of students.
- Provides tutoring services and lab assistance to all students in their assigned course(s).
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge in assigned courses
- Knowledge of online delivery of specific educational content
- Knowledge of program development, administration, and evaluation
- Knowledge in online/virtual classrooms (Blackboard, Google classroom, Google meet, Hangouts etc.)
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to use standard office equipment and office software
- Knowledge of campus resources
- Knowledge of computer tutoring methods
- Knowledge of planning and scheduling techniques
- Knowledge of learning styles and study strategies
- Knowledge of tutorial/learning materials and instructional aids
- Knowledge of peer tutoring processes and methods
- Skill in working with students individually and in groups
- Skill in the use of standard office equipment, including personal computer and standard office software
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Strong communication skills, both orally and in writing
Work Environment and Physical Factors
- Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sits most of the time.
- The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading and visual inspection.
- The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Education, Experience and Licenses
- High School Diploma is required.
- Proficiency in subject area(s) is required
- Current LCC student or at least one completed semester at LCC is preferred.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Luna Community College management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.
Application Process
Submit LCC application form, letter of interest, resume, unofficial transcripts (official transcripts required prior to employment) to:
Luna Community College
Human Resources
366 Luna Drive
Las Vegas, NM 87701
Phone: (505) 454-2503
Fax: (505) 454-2520
Email: cachavez@luna.edu
Luna Community College
Human Resources
366 Luna Drive
Las Vegas, NM 87701
Phone: (505) 454-2503
Fax: (505) 454-2520
Email: cachavez@luna.edu
Luna Community College is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. A pre-employment drug test may be required.
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