Title: Professional STEM Tutor (Science)

Employee Classification: Non-Student Help - Hourly

Campus: University of North Texas - Dallas

Division: DAL-Academic Aff & Stdnt Success

SubDivision-Department: DAL-Office of the Provost

Department: DAL-Learning Commons-513000

Job Location: Dallas

Salary: 17.50/hr

FTE: .48

Retirement Eligibility:

About Us - Values Overview

Department Summary

The UNT Dallas Learning Commons offers tutorial assistance in various subjects (math, science, statistics, economics, accounting, etc.) to students who need supplemental academic support. This position, as the Developmental Math Specialist, serves as an important team member in the Learning Commons who primarily serves students with developmental coursework and skills. He/she works under the supervision of the Director and works closely with the Learning Commons team to tutor students on a daily basis. Tutoring sessions and group study sessions occur as both face-to-face and online consultations. This person also develops resources, markets our services to students and faculty, performs some clerical work, and assists the administrative staff with other special projects.

Position Overview

The Professional STEM Tutor should:

• Be aware of and able to use a variety of strategies to work with clientele whose academic skills cover a wide range of ability
• Provide tutoring to students in the subject area, including clarification of course assignments, lectures, and tests
• Work with students to develop positive learning skills, such as study techniques, notetaking skills, and test-taking strategies
• Provide a forum for participatory learning, which includes the active involvement of the student.
• Aid students in understanding concepts without giving answers or completing assignments for students.
• Refer students to Learning Commons resources and other academic services and departments as needed.
• Work the assigned hours per week unless making prior arrangements with supervisor.
• Attend required trainings and staff meetings
• Interpret and clarify Learning Commons procedures to students, tutors, and visitors, and lead classroom presentations to advertise Learning Commons services.
• Be familiar with all resources -- handouts, reference books, YouTube videos -- located in the Learning Commons or on the website.
• Assist administrative staff with special assignments, projects, and events.
• Assist in preparing resources for the Learning Commons including handouts, workshops, website content, social media posts, videos, etc.
• Aid students in scheduling appointments for the Learning Commons.
• Assist Learning Commons administrative staff with maintaining detailed student records; monitoring, inputting and analyzing data related to student attendance, persistence, retention, and satisfaction
• Serve as a liaison between the Learning Commons and UNT Dallas academic community (faculty and staff) by reaching out to faculty and gathering class information, syllabi, expectations, etc.; keeping instructors informed of the type of tutorial assistance his/her student received while in the center and sending reports of the sessions when necessary
• Help promote the Learning Commons and services offered by developing positive relationships with campus community, developing marketing information, updating social media outlets, delivering presentations and classroom workshops around campus
• Participate in professional development opportunities that further knowledge in tutoring, content areas (math, science, stats, accounting, etc.), student development, and other relevant topics

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates interested in the position must meet the following criteria:
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher with coursework in related STEM field
• 1-3 years of tutoring experience in an academic setting
• Excellent communication skills
• Possess intermediate to advanced level of knowledge in subject area to be tutored

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Candidates must also possess the following qualifications:
• Excellent interpersonal and intercultural communication skills
• Empathy and the ability to relate to the student body population at UNT Dallas
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work independently and with others
• Ability to take direction and instruction without reservation
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees and with the general public, and to deal with public relations problems courteously and tactfully
• Skill in telephone etiquette and courteous communication with public, verbally and in writing
• Skill in evaluating facts or situation to route calls/customers appropriately
• Basic MS Office skills
• Ability to operate a variety of office machines including, personal computers, telephones, and copiers
• Ability to use web-based software (such as Zoom) to tutor students online
• Skill in filing and recordkeeping

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience tutoring/teaching college students
• Hold a master’s degree or have graduate-level coursework in related field
• Experience assisting students with developmental coursework and college readiness skills
• Strong knowledge of FERPA preferred
• Experience providing workshops, training, and/or test preparation sessions
• Ability to read, write, and speak Spanish or another foreign language highly encouraged but not required

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties

• Interpret and clarify Learning Commons procedures to students, tutors, and visitors, and lead classroom presentations to advertise Learning Commons services.
• Aid students in understanding concepts without giving answers or completing assignments for students.
• Provide tutoring to students in the subject area, including clarification of course assignments, lectures, and tests.
• Work along side faculty as an Embedded Tutor within the classrooms assigned.
• Assist Learning Commons administrative staff with maintaining detailed student records; monitoring, inputting and analyzing data related to student attendance, persistence, retention, and satisfaction.
• %Assist administrative staff with special assignments, projects, and events.

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

MON-THURS: 10A-10P; FRI-SAT: 12P-7P

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.