Tutor, Dedicated Tutor, and Supplemental Instruction (SI) Leader - Pool at Tacoma Community College

Who We Are

Essential Functions

Tutors:

• Tutor students one-on-one and in groups in study areas, computer areas or in classrooms.
• Address student problems or refer the student to the appropriate department for assistance.
• Provide information to students regarding college policies and procedures.
• Participate in all tutor trainings (pre-quarter and weekly).
• Greet and assist students.
• Visit classes and provide short orientations about the tutoring/SI program(s).
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• Plan and lead group study sessions for students.
• Attend all class meetings of SI course(s).
• Model good study habits and attendance.
• Hold office hours for planning and one-on-one meetings with students.
• Provide information to students regarding college policies and procedures.
• Address student issues or refer the student to appropriate department for assistance.
• Attend pre-quarter training and weekly leader meetings.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• Attend at least one class per week, as arranged.
• Actively assist students one-on-one, in small groups, or with limited class presentations.
• Keep up with course work.
• Work closely with course instructor to prepare to meet students' learning needs.
• Attend all trainings and complete detailed logs for each week's tutoring activities.
• Perform related duties as assigned. 

Qualifications

• High School graduation or equivalent, or TCC student.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher in related courses.
• Math tutors: Ability to tutor at least one 100 level math class and algebra series. 
• Science tutors: Ability to tutor at least one 100 level science course.
• SI: Successful completion of course(s) you wish to support at TCC. 
• Dedicated Tutoring: Ability to tutor the supported course. 

• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Current or past TCC student
• Commitment to multiple quarters is preferred.
• BEC only: The ability to tutor in more than one business area. (E.g. accounting and economics; accounting and Math 146/147/148; CU and accounting, etc.)
• SEMTC only: Math Tutors - The ability to tutor calculus (Math 148 or Math 151) or Statistics, as well as other 100 level class(s).
• SEMTC only: Science Tutors: The ability to tutor 200 level Science courses as well as other 100 level class(s).
• WTC only: The ability to tutor in more than one liberal arts area, or across disciplines (e.g. reading and English; English and psychology; EAP/ESL and English; Spanish and English, etc.) 

• Successful completion of a criminal history background check prior to employment.
• Commitment to a minimum of 5 hours per week (Tutoring).
• Commitment of 9-13 hours per week (SI). 

• Ethics and integrity and sound professional judgment.
• Excellent customer service skills; including establishing, building and maintaining internal/external customer satisfaction.
• An appreciation of diversity and the benefits of a commitment to cultural awareness and sensitivity in the workplace.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and students.
• Skill in building and maintaining internal/external customer satisfaction.
• Ability to follow directions and meet the demands of the department.
• Organizational and study skills.

Application Process

Application Material & Procedures 
Complete application packages must include the following

1. TCC online application which includes education and employment history and 3 instructor or professional references. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
2. Cover letter. In your cover letter, describe how your background and experience align with the responsibilities for this position.
3. Copies of transcripts for all colleges and universities attended.

These part-time hourly positions are bound by the WAC 357-04-045 provisions above and is scheduled to work up to 17 hours per week. The salary is $16.28-$16.28  per hour. Flexibility in scheduling is required to meet department needs. TCC Part-time hourly and student employees including work study students, will accrue one hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked. Hourly non-student employees may be applicable for comprehensive health care benefits package for you and your dependents includes medical, dental and vision insurance. Life and long- term disability insurance plans and retirement benefits are also provided. For more information, please visit our employment page/employment benefits:  https://www.tacomacc.edu/about/employment/   
 
 
Tacoma Community College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Tacoma Community College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Stephen Smith, Title VII and Title IX, Building 14, 253-566-5055; Kathryn Held, Section 504 Officer,  Building 7, 253-566-5328. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice. 

Tacoma Community College
Human Resources
6501 S 19th St Bldg. 14, Tacoma WA  98466  
www.tacomacc.edu/about/employment