Tutor – Biology (Part-Time)

TUTOR PART-TIME – BIOLOGY
KENNEDY-KING COLLEGE

Kennedy-King College is seeking a Part-Time
Biology Tutor. 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. Tutors assist tutees in developing and improving their competency
in course work; and help students integrate and apply effective study skills, active reading and note-taking, test-taking strategies, and
time management and organizational skills to their specific courses.

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:

• Completion of a bachelor’s degree or higher in
  Biology.

  
  

• Consideration will be given to candidates who do not have a Bachelors degree but possess technical certification(s)
  necessary for the subject being tutored.

• Possess excellent communication skills, and the ability to work with a diverse
  student body.

  
  

• Must be self-directed and able to complete assignments in a timely manner.

The
salary range for this position is $17.48 – $24.59/hr.

Offered salary will be determined by the respective
collective bargaining agreement and applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.
This position is
represented by 1600 Union.
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Thank you
for your interest in City Colleges of Chicago.

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