General Tutor
Olympic College

Description

Instruction & Classroom Support Tech - TutorSalary: $18.20 - $24.23 per hour*Classification: Instruction & Classroom Support Tech 1Location: Bremerton (Main) CampusReports to: Director of Tutoring*This recruitment is to establish an applicant pool for future vacancies. Individuals will be contacted as vacancies occur.Olympic College is continuously recruiting for Instructional Tutor positions that may occur throughout the year for various departments. This position will be responsible for helping students develop abilities in the discipline in which they are working. Disciplines are based on student needs and will include Biology, Composition, Engineering, English, Languages, and Writing. Part-time positions at the college are open continuously and reviewed on a quarter-by-quarter basis. Individuals who apply to the applicant pool are considered active for a period of 12 months from the application date and may be contacted when vacancies occur. Submitting an application does not guarantee that a position will be available or offered. Olympic College is a public two-year community college accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities that educates more than 13,000 students a year. The College is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourages applications from women, people of color, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. Olympic College is located on the scenic Kitsap Peninsula across Puget Sound from the city of Seattle. Kitsap is surrounded by 236 miles of saltwater shoreline and centrally located between the Olympic and Cascade Mountain ranges, affording spectacular views of mountains and water from every vantage point.Essential Functions

Providing academic support for students in one or more non-stem related subject areas.Assist students in analyzing assignments and assigned readings.Assist students in interpreting discipline-specific problems and situations.Assist students in clarifying critical thinking and/or communication skills.Assist students working in an online format.Perform other related duties as assigned and/or required.Qualifications

Minimum QualificationsReference from an instructor or professor if you are a current Olympic College student.High School Graduate, Equivalent, or Current Running Start Student. Completion of course(s) to be tutored with an average decimal grade of 3.5 or higher.Basic computer competency.Successful Applicants willDemonstrate excellence in tutoring subject area.Follow campus regulations local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and ordinances.Work various hours.Work successfully in high-attendance, high-volume study centers.Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.Establish and maintain effective working relationships.Be adaptable and flexible.Foster a climate of multicultural understanding and appreciation.Function as a team playerPossess excellent customer service skills; including building and maintaining internal/external customer satisfaction.Possess an appreciation of diversity and the benefits of a commitment to cultural awareness and sensitivity in the workplace.Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to the Olympic College mission, vision, and values.Demonstrate ethics, integrity, and sound professional judgmentAdditional Information

Terms of Employment

Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas for this position. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered.
Hourly employees must work 480 hours in a rolling six-month period to become eligible for health benefits. Hourly employees must work 70 hours in any five months for two consecutive years to become eligible for retirement. This is an hourly position scheduled to work up to 18 hours per week, with an hourly rate of $18.20 - $24.23 DOE. They are not initially eligible for benefits upon hire but could qualify for the following.
Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, sick leave, paid holidays, Aflac, space available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reduced rate, and priority consideration on-site childcare on a space available.**Possibility of hire pay with the summation of official transcripts upon hire
Conditions of Employment Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required WB HB 2327. Olympic College seeks candidates for employment who share our commitment to fostering an equitable and inclusive learning environment (read our Equity Statement). All applicants are required to submit a statement of 500 words or less, describing the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the higher education environment and their prior, current, and/or potential contribution(s) to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion as an employee.
How To Apply To be considered for this position a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following required materials: Olympic College Online Application Resume Cover Letter - in your cover letter describe how your experience sets you apart for this position. Unofficial college transcripts. Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will be required of the successful candidate.
EEO Statement Olympic College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Olympic College Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination and accommodation policies: Carroll McWhorter, 360-475-7301. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice

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