Chemistry - Professional Tutor

Title: Part Time - Chemistry - Professional Tutor

Location: Abington United States

Part time

Job Description:

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Penn State Abington seeks engaging and dynamic candidate to fill a newly created opening of Professional Chemistry Tutor. This role will work in the Chaiken Center for Student Success to provide tutoring in Chemistry to undergraduate university students. The tutor will also develop workshops, structured academic initiatives, as well as other collaborative opportunities that engage faculty, student organizations, and other members of the campus community. The Professional Tutor will interact with faculty and staff to promote the services of the Chaiken Center and to ensure that tutoring services align with the course objectives. The Professional Tutor will be responsible for maintaining a record for each student tutored, e.g., Starfish Outcome Notes, Client Report Forms, Satisfaction Surveys, etc.

Job Duties:

• Provides individual Chemistry tutoring for students. • Assigns practice exercises as needed. • Mentors students in completion and review of class assignments. • Assists students in preparing for exams. • Assists students in developing greater self-directed learning strategies. • Creates and maintains a Chemistry-focused Canvas course shell which will serve as a repository of Chemistry resources tutors can use as they work with their students. • Monitors scheduling & documentation through Starfish. • Maintains detailed records: Starfish Outcome Notes, Client Report Forms, Satisfaction Surveys, and other assessment measures. • Creates and compiles Chemistry-focused instructional and marketing materials. • Develops and delivers workshops, presentations, and online resources for students on a range of Chemistry topics. • Provides administrative support for the Chaiken Center for Student Success. • Serves as a liaison to academic departments and related services. • Performs intentional outreach and interact directly with under-served and under-resourced students. • Leads/coordinates special projects or initiatives as assigned. • Collaborates with professors to ensure that tutoring complements classroom instruction.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Successful candidates will possess:

• A Masters degree (preferred) in Chemistry or a related discipline, 3+ years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. • Understanding of and familiarity with effective assessment practices focusing on academic support services. • Excellent written, verbal communication, and presentation skills. • Innovation and creativity in program development. • Proven presentation, group facilitation, and teaching skills. • Extensive ability to collaborate and develop relationships with a wide range of constituents. • Ability to work with a diverse student population. • Outstanding teamwork abilities. • Ability to work late afternoon/early evening and, on occasion, weekend hours.

COMPENSATION

The starting rate for this job is $25/hour.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCE

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

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