Tutor (IVC - Physical Sciences)

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

To provide instructional support and assistance to students in various subjects; help students understand course materials, improve their study skills, and enhance their overall academic performance.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

Provide one-on-one or group tutoring sessions to students enrolled in academic courses.

Assist students in understanding and mastering course content, including concepts, theories, and problem-solving techniques.

Help students develop effective study strategies and time management skills.

Evaluate students' strengths and weaknesses to tailor tutoring sessions to their specific needs.

Clarify complex topics, provide additional explanations, and assist students in formulating responses to questions.

Provide strategies and techniques for understanding and preparing for assignments, prompts, and exams.

Foster a positive and supportive learning environment for students to become independent learners and thinkers.

Monitor students' progress and provide feedback to help them track their improvement.

Collaborate with faculty to ensure tutoring sessions are in alignment with course objectives.

Stay up to date with the curriculum and materials used in the tutored courses.

Maintain accurate records of tutoring sessions, student attendance, and progress.

Follow District and college policies and procedures, including maintaining confidentiality of student information.

Participate in tutor training programs and professional development activities as required.

Perform related duties as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

AA degree in the subject area or a related field or a current student within SOCCCD. Prior tutoring or teaching experience is preferred, but not always required.

For Saddleback/Irvine Valley College students, please attach an unofficial transcript, statement of interest specifying the subject you are interested in tutoring, and faculty recommendation letter. Resume and cover letter are optional.

For non-Saddleback/Irvine Valley College students, please attach transcript, statement of interest specifying the subject you are interested in tutoring, letter of recommendation, and resume.