Description/Job Summary

　　The purpose of tutoring is to increase and enhance the student's mastery of concepts or applications of a specific course of study. An Instructional Tutor assists in providing individual and small group tutoring services to BCCC students. Instructional Tutors provide students with pre-tutoring assessments to identify the student's weaknesses and design an individualized learning plan.

　　Responsibilities/Duties

　　Reviewing classroom or curricula topics and assignments;

　　Assisting students with homework, projects, test preparation, papers, research and other academic tasks;

　　Working with students to help them understand key concepts, especially those learned in the classroom;

　　Demonstrating academic best practices for specific subjects and assignments, including research and writing tactics;

　　Conducting practice tests to track progress, identify areas of improvement and help set goals for exam preparation;

　　Providing students with positive and constructive feedback;

　　Building meaningful connections with students from diverse backgrounds;

　　Instructing students both in person and over video chat;

　　Diagnosing student needs through active listening techniques and questioning strategies;

　　Recognizing different learning styles and student preferences;

　　Staying up to date with the school curriculum;

　　Collaborate with an ABE/GED program coordinator;

　　Communicate student progress to faculty and to the Tutoring Manager;

　　Maintain documentation on student remediation plan, process and success;

　　Develop resources and practice materials for use in tutoring sessions;

　　Keep regular and accurate records of tutoring sessions using designated software and/or relevant forms;

　　Provide evaluations and other reports as requested by the CAA Director;

　　Attend tutor training and required meetings;

　　Complete and return reports of tutoring sessions in an accurate and timely manner;

　　Report any problems or concerns to the CAA Director immediately;

　　Follow all BCCC policies; establish credibility with the student and staff; and behave in accordance with the College's values and expectations;

　　Perform related duties as required

　　Required Skills

　　Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;

　　Ability to understand and respond to oral and written instructions and ideas;

　　Ability to interpret, apply and communicate discipline concepts;

　　Effective time management and organizational skills;

　　Ability to work harmoniously and cooperatively with colleagues, faculty, staff and students;

　　Ability to meet deadlines;

　　Knowledge of tutoring concepts and their applications;

　　Ability to select and implement tutoring strategies, methods, and procedures based on student needs;

　　Ability to observe and accurately assess and respond to student needs;

　　Must have proficient computer skills, including MS Office suite, advanced information technology skills, and knowledge of instructional technology.

　　Required Qualifications

　　Experience in tutoring and/or teaching at the college level;

　　Equivalent combinations of experience and education may also receive consideration;

　　Minimum GPA of 3.0;

　　Instructor recommendation;

　　Peer tutors must be enrolled in at least six credits at BCCC;