Tutor : Math, Physics, and Computer Science (Monroe Campus Learning Center)

The staff and faculty of Northampton Community College share a single goal : to help students transform their lives through education. It's a goal that reaps rewards thousands of times over the course of a career. Employees at Northampton receive competitive compensation and an array of benefits while working on campuses located in a region with a very high quality of life.

We invite you to consider to applying for one of our currently available positions. For more information on the College, please visit www.northampton.edu . For more information on life in the Lehigh Valley, please visit https : / / www.northampton.edu / about / working-at-ncc / life-in-the-area.html .

NCC is strongly committed to increasing the diversity of the college community and the curriculum. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to identify their strengths or experiences in this area.

Tutor : Math, Physics, and Computer Science (Monroe Campus Learning Center)

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Please note that this position will remain open until filled.

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Summary :

Part-time (10 to 25 hours per week) tutors support student success by utilizing a personalized approach to help each student gain a deeper understanding of course material, devise effective learning strategies, engage in critical thinking, and acquire additional academic skills in order to help the student reach educational goals. Tutors may meet with students on an individual or small group basis on campus and / or online. Tutors are provided College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA) training and are expected to obtain certification within one year of employment. Tutors are also expected to participate in staff meetings and ongoing professional development activities, promptly respond to correspondence from Learning Center staff, and maintain complete and accurate records. Additional responsibilities may be assigned.

Math tutors help students taking math courses from pre-algebra to calculus. Computer science tutors assist students with C++ programming and intermediate to advanced MS Office applications.

Qualifications :

An associate's degree or above in the discipline or a related field from a regionally accredited institution, o utstanding interpersonal and communication skills, strong analytical skills, an interest in working with a diverse population of students, and a genuine desire to help others learn and succeed are required. Previous experience as a peer or professional tutor is preferred.

Math tutors must be able to tutor courses from pre-algebra to calculus. The ability to tutor introductory statistics and physics is preferred. Computer science tutors must be proficient in C++ programming and intermediate to advanced MS Office applications. Knowledge of HTML, basic networking, Alice, microcomputer OS, Client-side or Server-side Scripting, and / or data structure is a plus. Candidates who can tutor math and computer science are highly desired.

Special Instructions :

The number of tutors hired varies from semester to semester, depending upon the needs of the department and the College. Please understand that there may not presently be a position available at the time of your application. When an opening becomes available, the hiring manager will look to this pool of candidates for consideration. Application must be completed in one sitting. At the time of completing application, you will need the following documents to upload :

• Resume / CV
• Cover Letter
• References