Job Information
Niagara County Community College Part Time Science Professional Tutor - Technical Assistant in Sanborn, New York
Position Information
Position Title Part Time Science Professional Tutor - Technical Assistant
Position Category Part Time Staff
Position Status 10 Month
FLSA Non-Exempt
Advertised Salary $20.60 - $22.66 per hour
Department Academic Center for Excellence
Working Hours 5 - 28 hours per week (In-Person)
General Description
The Academic Center for Excellence ( ACE ) at SUNY Niagara is looking for individuals interested in tutoring our diverse population of students. Tutors will provide small group and individual tutorial assistance for existing course curriculum. The Professional 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. Tutors also work inside the classroom as embedded tutors; tutor students in specific content areas; and provide online tutoring services to students enrolled in distance learning courses. Tutor’s are expected to provide service in a pleasant, helpful, and effective manner to our students, members of the college community and the public.
Professional Tutors for science are expected to assist students in one or more of the following content areas:
Anatomy & Physiology
Engineering Science
General Biology
Human Biology
Microbiology
Physics
The rate of pay is based on the level of education the candidate possesses. For a Bachelor’s degree or lower the rate of pay will be $20.60 per hour. For a Master’s degree or higher the rate of pay will be $22.66 per hour.
In-Person tutoring hours can occur Monday – Friday from 8:00am – 7:00pm. Please provide your availability within your cover letter.
In order to build and maintain an active pool of qualified candidates to meet our present and future needs for this position, SUNY Niagara will accept applications on a continuous basis. Openings may or may not exist at this time. Applications are evaluated on an as-needed basis, and candidates will be contacted when the department has an opening. Candidates who submit their information may or may not be notified as to the status of their application.
Typical Work Activities
Assisting students with course content and problem-solving
Providing individual and group tutoring
Facilitating study groups and review sessions
Creating academic resources/guides for student use
Maintaining records of tutoring appointments
Utilizing tutoring management system to create, log, and detail appointments
Referring students to appropriate resources
Supporting learning and study skills development
Assisting students with general computer troubleshooting necessary for coursework
Providing embedded tutoring services, as assigned
Essential Functions
Tutoring includes, but is not limited to, reviewing class materials, writing assistance, discussing text, or working on solutions to problems within the designated content area. Tutoring is designed as a supplement to regular classroom instruction so Tutors must be knowledgeable about the content of specific subjects to assist students in increasing their academic skills and understanding.
Required Qualifications
Associate’s degree or higher in a related content area or curriculum.
Received a grade of B or better in the applicable content areas
Desire to help others.
Able to communicate clearly & effectively
Strong active listening skills
Able to maintain confidentiality
Responsible, dependable, honest, & mature
In-depth understanding of the content area(s) the applicant wishes to tutor
Desirable Qualifications
Experience working with students in secondary/higher education. Experience utilizing online conferencing software (ex. ZOOM , Microsoft Teams, etc.).
License(s)/Certifications
About SUNY Niagara
SUNY Niagara is a thriving educational institution located between the picturesque landscapes of Niagara Falls and the vibrant city of Buffalo, NY. Our college serves a diverse student population and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment. With a commitment to academic excellence and student success, SUNY Niagara offers a supportive and collaborative environment for both faculty and staff.
SUNY Niagara is an accredited institution of higher education that offers high-quality academic programs leading to degrees and certificates that are supported by outstanding student services. The top 4 majors of our students are Liberal Arts and Sciences, Nursing, Psychology, and Criminal Justice. In 2023, SUNY Niagara ranked #1 in graduation rate among community colleges in New York State!
SUNY Niagara provides a variety of cultural, athletic, social, and international experiences, as well as community education, small business, and workforce development that supports economic development that positively impacts the quality of life of valued stakeholders. The college operates through a collegial model of shared governance and transparency and is accountable for meeting the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.
SUNY Niagara has two locations in western New York consisting of 287 acres and 11 buildings. The Sanborn, campus is minutes from Buffalo, Niagara Falls, and the Canadian border and is centrally located between the county’s three main cities of Lockport, Niagara Falls, and North Tonawanda. The Sanborn campus offers a traditional college experience with world-class academics, knowledgeable faculty members, state-of-the-art classrooms, NJCAA athletics, and on-campus housing. We continue to invest in our facilities with the addition of the Learning Commons Center, which has become the nucleus of the campus; a place for faculty to collaborate and help students develop critical thinking skills while incorporating state-of-the-art technology and innovative student support services. We also modernized our campus dining commons, providing quality meal options in a sleek, comfortable, collaborative environment.
The Niagara Falls Culinary Institute (http://www.nfculinary.org/) ( NFCI ) is located in the heart of one of the world’s biggest tourist destinations, Niagara Falls. Fully outfitted with modern labs and tools for students to use as they train in both classic and trendy techniques, NFCI is home to Culinary Arts, Baking and Pastry Arts, and Hospitality programs. The college also operates Savor, a fine dining restaurant, and La Patisserie, a European-style pastry café, at NFCI .
Our college nurtures and empowers its students and employees in ways that recognize and value our common humanity as well as the richness of our diversity. SUNY Niagara welcomes applicants who want to join a leading regional institution that provides a dynamic, educational environment, responds to students’ current and emerging needs, and strengthens its community. At SUNY Niagara we embrace diversity and promote inclusion throughout the institution by recognizing, accepting, and celebrating differences within our campus and surrounding communities. Therefore, we desire and pursue candidates who share those principles and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.
EEO Statement
NCCC does not discriminate and prohibits harassment or discrimination related to any protected category including creed, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, marital status, political or social affiliation, age, race, color, veteran status, military status, religion, sexual orientation, domestic violence status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression or perceived gender. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number S291P
Open Date 05/02/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions Summary
Niagara County Community College considers only those applications that clearly demonstrate the applicant meets all required qualifications as indicated on the posting, please review the qualifications before applying. Persons meeting the required qualifications as stated above should submit the following:
• cover letter that addresses each of the qualifications
• resume
• unofficial transcripts
• names and contact information for three (3) current, work related references
Incomplete packets will be rejected for lack of information.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Do you possess an Associates degree or higher in a Science related field of curriculum?
Yes
No
- Did you received a grade of “B” or better in the applicable content area(s) for this position?
Yes
No
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Transcripts
Optional Documents
Letter of Recommendation
Certifications/Licenses
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