TRIO Student Support Services Classic- Tutor/Mentor (Science)

Job Description

Job Description

Join Our Team

Are you passionate about helping students succeed? SSS Classic at PCCC is looking for a Science  Tut or/Mentor to support students in: 

• Life Sciences (Biology, Anatomy & Physiology) 

• Physical Sciences (Chemistry, Physics)

This is a part-time, hourly position. A great opportunity for current students who have excelled in the above courses and are looking to make an impact on students’ academic journeys. 

Example of Duties:

• Tutor/Mentor will play an active role in supporting the overall academic and personal growth of our students
• Create a professional and welcoming environment by modeling respect for students’ diverse cultures, language skills, and experiences.
• Provide individual and/or group tutoring/mentoring sessions.
• Provide subject-specific content to help students grasp and understand key concepts to build academic confidence. 
• Uphold program policies and procedures at all times.
• Participate in staff meetings, tutor/mentor training, and professional development activities to continue to grow cultural competence and reflection skills.
• Make appropriate referrals to other campus and community resources as needed.
• Follow the guidance of the Assistant Director to assist in carrying out the program’s policies and procedures.
• Conduct check-in meetings with tutees/mentees and maintain regular outreach.
• Assist in the development of skills necessary for students to succeed both personally and academically.
• Reinforce material students covered in the classroom.
• Reinforce collegiate skills including time management, communication and networking, and study strategies.
• Evaluate and document tutoring/mentoring sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Director.

Qualifications:

• Current College Student
• A or B+ in the relevant subjects 
• 3.25 GPA or higher
• Tutoring experience is preferredComfort and confidence working with students from diverse backgrounds, with sensitivity to 
• Flexibility and genuine commitment to supporting first-generation, under-resourced, college-bound students
• Demonstrate professionalism, creativity, enthusiasm and encourage student success
• Technology, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the subject area(s).

The completion of a background check will be required for the selected candidate.

Compensation:  The hourly pay rate for this position is $16.

Benefits: 

• New Jersey Sick Leave : Earn 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked with a maximum of 40 hours of leave per benefit year. (Eligible to use after successful completion of probationary period.)
• Employee Assistance Program  provides free, confidential, limited counseling services, work-life assistance, legal and financial guidance.
• Commuter Benefits:  Free parking access is provided on site. An optional Transit Pre-Tax Plan is available which allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to purchase eligible transit expenses.
• NJ Defined Contribution Retirement Program provides eligible members with a tax-sheltered, defined contribution retirement benefit, along with life insurance and long-term disability coverage. (Must meet eligibility requirements.)