Tutor (General)

About the Organization
At Vaughn College, our mission is to educate and train future leaders in the futureproof fields of engineering and technology, management and aviation. The college strives to provide a dynamic learning environment built on our aeronautical heritage that inspires a diverse and committed community of students to achieve success as leaders in the industries we serve. Just minutes from Manhattan, Vaughn College is in the heart of New York City in Queens, NY, adjacent to LaGuardia Airport. Queens is one of New York's most fascinating boroughs and has been ranked as the 'number one' US travel destination and the nation's single most diverse county.

What separates Vaughn College from other institutions is our uniquely committed faculty who come to the classroom with extensive experience in such fields as engineering, manufacturing, aviation, management and communications. Working closely with the industries we serve, Vaughn has developed rigorous curricula that incorporate the latest technology as well as the knowledge you need to succeed in your chosen profession.


We provide traditional degrees as well as professional, technical and certification programs that prepare our graduates for successful careers. Most importantly, a degree from Vaughn College provides the critical, analytical and communication skills that form the foundation for a lifetime of success. Our graduates have gone on to become leaders in many major industries. More than 98 percent of our graduates are employed or continue their education, 78 percent in their field of study, within one year of graduation.


Vaughn College has a six-acre campus and is convenient to major transportation routes. As part of the institution's strategic plan, a 200-bed residential hall has been built, enabling students to live and pursue their chosen field of study on campus.

Description

Position purpose

General Tutors provide academic instruction in one-on-one and small group settings to reinforce content of a particular disciplinary area. This announcement is for the following disciplines: Engineering, Flight, ATI, or Management. This position is available to current Vaughn students only.

Major Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks

1. Providing peer instruction on topics selected by the Learning Specialist; this may include workshops, individual tutoring and small groups. Some tutoring may be through an online platform;

1. Logging all interactions in the Starfish intervention system;

1. Reviewing textbooks and other online materials to keep current in the selected subject area;

1. Tutors are expected to remain in the Academic Success Center (L200) or their zoom room, unless otherwise notified by supervisors.

1. Performing learning center related administrative tasks including but not limited to paperwork, mailings, calling and delivering items;

1. Maintaining consistent communication with their supervisor about issues and process improvements for tutoring;

1. Attending regular tutor meetings as conducted by supervisors;

1. Attending tutor trainings as required; hosting pre-exam workshops focused on problem-solving and test practice;

1. Other duties as assigned by the Learning Specialist.

**Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience Requirements

• Be in good academic standing with an overall GPA of 3.00 or higher;

• Achieved a grade of "B" or higher in any subject for which tutor is assigned.

Professional Skills

• Public speaking skills, ability to communicate effectively and able to take leadership role with responsibility;

• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel;

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to define problems, collect data, and ability to understand and follow directions;

• Ability to work under pressure and work well with others

Work environment and physical functions

This position is located in an office environment. Generally, an employee needs to be able to sit, stand, and navigate within the office area. The office equipment either individually used or shared with a department is the responsibility of all employees.

Compensation

The entry level compensation rate for this position is expected to be $17.00 dollars per hour.

Full-Time/Part-Time
Part-Time

Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt

Salary
$17.00 Per Hour

EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.


This position is currently accepting applications.