Tutor Part-Time (Grant Funded) – Child Development

TUTOR PT (GRANT-FUNDED) – CHILD DEVELOPMENT 
KENNEDY-KING COLLEGE

Kennedy-King College is currently looking for a Tutor PT (Grant Funded) to work in the Child Development Department. The part-time Tutor bridges the gap between the college and the needs of the student. This position also helps students make academic progress, while promoting independent learning and self-reliance. As a tutor the tutor is responsible for working with students to understand the various concepts in Child Development.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides academic assistance to assigned tutees, either in a group or individually.
• Establishes liaison with the instructor and works under the instructor’s direction to assist the student.
• Attends periodic training sessions given by staff members to increase competency in working with students.
• Maintains records on each student who is being tutored, including follow-up and periodic assessment.
• Schedules tutoring appointments.
• Provides evaluations and other reports as required by staff.
• Helps students develop positive attitudes toward learning and studying and helps students develop a high level of motivation in academic areas.
• Assists students in achieving a better understanding of specific subject material and in improving academic capabilities in designated areas.
• Helps students develop the study skills necessary for academic success.
• Establishes and maintains rapport with the assigned students.
• Assists in designing and implementing class cooperative projects.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or a related education field is required from an accredited college or university in a field of study and subject area related to the subject(s) being tutored, OR similar technical certifications and training.
• Specific additional requirements or certifications may be required depending on the assignment area.
• Two years of experience in a childcare center preferred.
• Completion of tutoring certification preferred.
• Experience in teaching, tutoring, or delivering academic support to students at the post-secondary instructional level is strongly preferred.
• Experience working in a large, urban community college environment with a diverse cultural and ethnic student body is highly desirable.
• Knowledgeable of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

This position is represented by 1600 Union
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. 
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