Tutor Coordinator

Gateway Center – FT/12 Mo

CLASSIFIED OPEN AND PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY

Nine step salary range, initial placement customarily at first step with annual advancement to the next higher step. 40 hours per week, 12 months per year, plus fringe benefits; 12 month probation period. All work schedules and work assignments are subject to change based on the needs of the College.

SALARY RANGE: $3,825.25/Mo. – 4,327.08/Mo.

(Nine step Salary Range continues to a maximum of $4,660.17)

WORKING HOURS: Monday-Friday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

PLEASE APPLY AT: http://apptrkr.com/1251221

ONLINE APPLICATION MUST BE RECEIVED BY: Wednesday, July 11, 2018

Online applications must be received by 11:59 p.m. PST on the closing date.

(Interviews by Invitation Only)

BASIC FUNCTION:

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, coordinate tutoring activities to meet student needs; provide related liaison, recruitment and support services; coordinate and provide work direction and guidance to designated tutors.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Coordinate tutoring activities and provide a variety of related support services to meet student needs; monitor and adjust tutoring activities in response to student needs and progress; resolve tutoring issues and conflicts in a proper and timely manner.

Provide work direction and guidance to tutors; coordinate work assignments and review work for compliance with established standards and procedures; prepare, compile and adjust tutoring schedules; review and verify accuracy of tutor time sheets.

Serve as a liaison between tutors, students, other departments and faculty concerning tutoring services and employees, respond to inquiries and provide information concerning tutoring programs, standards, requirements, policies and procedures.

Interview students and non-student applicants for tutor positions; review, verify and process tutor applications, resumes and related forms and paperwork as required; explain application process; provide input concerning tutor hires; hire, train, evaluate, and dismiss tutors according to established procedures; assign pay rates.

Tutor individual and small groups of students to provide assistance in completing homework assignments, preparing for tests and enhancing skills and knowledge as assigned by the position; assist students by answering questions, explaining concepts and providing general guidance.

Provide instructional and clerical support related to assigned tutoring activities; prepare, duplicate and file instructional materials; administer and monitor students during tests as assigned; grade tests and record results as required.

Communicate with College personnel, students and outside agencies to exchange information and resolve issues or concerns; answer telephones and assist callers as needed.

Compile information and prepare and maintain various records and reports related to tutors and assigned activities.

Monitor the tutoring budget as assigned; provide input concerning related expenditures; assist in

assuring expenditures do not exceed established limitations.

Operate a variety of standard office equipment including a copier, computer and assigned software.

Monitor the tutoring lab to assure smooth and efficient activities; schedule conference room use as assigned; maintain learning environment in a neat, clean and orderly condition.

Check books, videos and other instructional materials in and out to students according to established procedures as assigned; order tutoring and classroom supplies as required.

OTHER DUTIES:

Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Student guidance principles and practices.

Concepts, principles and application of assigned subject areas.

Basic instructional methods and techniques.

Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.

Diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of college students.

Operation of standard office equipment including a computer and assigned software.

Oral and written communication skills.

Policies and objectives of assigned programs and activities.

Principles of training and providing work direction.

Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

Record-keeping and report preparation techniques.

ABILITY TO:

Coordinate tutoring activities and provide a variety of related support services to meet student needs.

Coordinate and provide work direction and guidance to designated tutors.

Serve as a liaison between tutors, students, other departments and faculty concerning tutoring services and employees.

Develop tutoring schedules and participate in recruitment activities.

Monitor and adjust tutoring activities in response to student needs and progress.

Tutor individual and small groups of students as assigned by the position.

Work independently with little direction.

Operate standard office equipment including a computer and assigned software.

Meet schedules and time lines.

Maintain records and prepare reports.

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

EDUCATION AND PAID EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to: associate’s degree in a related field and three years experience in an educational, social service or related program.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree preferred. Experience coordinating a tutorial center, particularly at college level, in order to conduct periodic observations of tutoring practice and recommend strategies for effective tutoring. Experience gathering and analyzing data. Microsoft Office, Excel and Adobe Acrobat proficient.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those required by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ENVIRONMENT:

Classroom and office work environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Regular operation of a computer keyboard, calculator, and other normal laboratory and office equipment.

Reading a variety of complex materials.

Ability to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for extended periods of time.

Communicating and expressing oneself clearly on a variety of educational topics in conversation with, and presentations to, staff, students, and members of the community.

Monitor student activities.

Hearing and speaking to exchange information.

Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching.

Mobility to reach various campus locations.

Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.

Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling objects as assigned by the position.

Walking to monitor tutoring activities.

Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds of Community College Students.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS (Upon Offer of Employment):

• The selected candidate must be fingerprinted and tested for tuberculosis prior to the start of employment. 

• The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires verification of identity and the right to work in the United States. 

• Selected candidate must be able to perform essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

• Proof of college coursework or degrees indicated will be required of selected candidate. 

• All offers of employment are subject to approval by the Board of Trustees. 

BENEFITS:

• The District offers a cafeteria style plan in which employees are given a district allowance and may choose from a number of medical and dental plans. Life and income protection insurances are also available.

• Vacation days (based on assigned hours) are earned and accumulated on a monthly basis.

• Sick leave is earned at the rate of one day (based on the number of assigned hours) per month, and is accumulative from year to year.

• Holidays: 15 holidays per year.

• Credit Union: The Santa Barbara Teachers Federal Credit Union offers a variety of services.

• Retirement: Employees, who work 20 or more hours per week, are covered by the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), Social Security, and Medicare.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Apply online at http://apptrkr.com/1251221. We no longer accept paper applications. Assistance with the online application process is available on campus at the Human Resources office, 721 Cliff Drive, SS-230, Monday-Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Friday 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., or by phone (805) 965-0581 ext. 2258. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of SBCC online application. Online applications must be received by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date.

Additional Instructions:

Within the online application is a required supplemental question on diversity. The committee will be reviewing your answer as part of the screening process. Please take your time and answer the question thoroughly.

ACCOMMODATION FOR THE DISABLED: If you are in need of special services or facilities due to a disability in order to apply or interview for this opening, please call the Human Resources Office.

SBCC is an equal opportunity employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, military and veteran status, or because he/she is perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, consistent with applicable federal and state laws. Reasonable accommodation will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

- EQUAL OPPORTUNITY - TITLE IX EMPLOYER

JOB# 6/18 – C279