Nursing Tutor (grant-funded)

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Weekly Work Hours

19.5

Compensation Range

N03-Hourly

Hourly Rate

$18.24 Hourly

FLSA

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Position Type

Staff

Grant-Funded position (grant ends 9-29-2025)

POSITION SUMMARY

Provides advanced individual and group tutoring services in specific academic area(s) in an open lab and/or one-on-one setting in support of instructional programs. May participate in training and evaluating other tutors and assists in the creation of tutoring resources and materials as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to provide advanced level tutoring to students in open lab/self-paced settings that facilitates a learning climate that is open and encourages problem solving/critical thinking and ensures that the students' knowledge is challenged and probed.

• Ability to conduct group and individual tutoring sessions to determine what skill areas require additional assistance.

• Must be able to motivate and support student(s) through positive feedback and reinforcement.

• Must be able to explain concepts in a manner that students understand.

• Ability to perform essential functions utilizing knowledge and skills within the specific subject area(s) of support.

• Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with students, staff, and faculty regarding tutor/student assignment(s).

• Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality of all student information, material, and discussions shared in the tutoring relationship.

• Ability to assist students in the development of study skills and techniques to help improve their academic performance by adopting tutoring methods to meet their needs.

• Ability to provide excellent academic expertise and adapt tutoring methods to meet the student needs.

• Experience working with underserved and marginalized communities. 

• Must be patience, have excellent interpersonal, coaching, oral, and written communication skills to be able to interact with a student population in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment.

• Must be punctual, begin all sessions promptly, use time for academic tasks, and focus on the student’s needs.

• Must be able to provide excellent customer service.

KEY RESPONSABILITIES

• Provides advanced tutoring to Dallas College students in open lab/self-paced settings through collaborative interactions to assess student’s need, provide constructive and accurate feedback, engage critical thinking, and encourage independence.

• Assists students individually or in small groups utilizing appropriate resources to clarify concepts and complete assigned material.

• Assists students in developing study plans to improve study methods including the selection of appropriate resources.

• Performs activities that assist students to improve academic achievement including discussion of class material and test questions; offers information about learning strategies.

• Fosters a positive learning environment and promotes high standards for academic success as students are guided through the learning process as it pertains to understanding and engaging with coursework, assignments, and projects.

• Serves as a role model to inspire students to achieve their maximum potential.

• Provides input in developing and maintaining resource materials needed to demonstrate learning objectives for use in tutoring environment.

• Maintain records as required under department guidelines.

• Maintains confidentiality of student records.

• May develop and present tutor training and participate in recruitment activities as assigned.

• May be assigned to provide indirect supervision to other lower level tutors.

• Completes required Dallas College Professional Development training hours per academic year.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. Occasionally may be required to lift and carry materials weighing up to 30 pounds.

Minimum Qualifications

• Four semesters (or two years) of college level coursework (or equivalent); or any combination of two of the following qualifications: additional specialized training; indirect supervisory duties; experience in a related field.

• Official transcripts will be required.

• Able to work after school hours, nights, and/or weekends.

*** Will be subject to a criminal background check. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check. ***

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbents may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Position requires regular and predictable attendance.

About Us

Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly Dallas County Community College District, has served more than three (3) million students. Comprising seven campuses located around the Dallas/Fort Worth area, we are one of the largest community college systems in the state of Texas.  We strive to be a leader in the community college space, placing students at the center of everything we do.

Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment of opportunity and belonging for all students and employees. We recognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse talent that stems from it, is directly linked to our success. We are part of an equal opportunity system that provides education and employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other basis protected under applicable law.  In accordance with applicable law, Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

Applications Deadline
April 19, 2024