What are the responsibilities and job description for the Learning Coach - Math - Fort Wayne position at Vincennes University?
Description
The Academic Tutor position is designed to provide one-on-one or small group support for
Early College Program students. The tutor will work closely with teachers to monitor the
academic progress of students who are struggling with courses in the early college setting.
East Allen University is an early college partnership between Vincennes University and East
Allen University. It is located in Fort Wayne, IN.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide academic tutoring in Math for students.
- Customize and craft effective plans that address student weaknesses and strengths.
- Assist, evaluate, develop, and integrate the students in learning.
- Motivate students and provide them with the confidence to feel successful.
- Foster meaningful relationships with students and faculty.
- Develop study skills specifically tailored to the student’s needs.
- Teach referred students how to learn by providing students with study skills and study habits.
- Demonstrate excellent writing, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
- Evaluate student’s progress in order to document improvements or identify additional
- Provide ongoing communication with teachers, parents, students, and counselors
counselors and/or teachers to receive assistance and academic support.
Required and Preferred Qualifications
Applicants must have an earned baccalaureate with twelve hours in college-level Math. The
University seeks an individual with effective communication, interpersonal, planning, and
organizational skills.
Specific requirements for the position include experience with Word, Excel, and the VU
computer records and learning systems. Applicants should submit a letter of application and
resume. Initial screening of applicants may occur concurrently with the advertisement period.
The position will remain open until filled. The successful candidate must be prepared to
assume the position upon hiring.
