Tutor

Posted: 04/30/2023

Open:  June 12023                                    
Position Title: Tutor                                                  
FLSA Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt

Department:  Student Support Services                     
Job Status:  Temporary, Part-Time

Reports To:  Director of Student Support Services    
Work Schedule: Day and Evening Hours 

Rate of Pay:  Highly Competitive Wage     
                                                                   
Purpose/Description of Position:
The tutor will work with Little Priest Tribal College (LPTC) students to provide academic support with courses.  The individual will play a key position in assisting students with tutoring and academic activities. The position will work towards meeting the mission statement and purposes of Student Support Services and the College.
 
Accountability:
This position reports to the Student Success Coordinator and will be a part-time position.  Hours may vary with day and evening hours available.     
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Provides guidance and assistance to students requiring tutorial services in math, science, writing, and other subjects;
  • Attend all tutor training meetings and orientations;
  • Schedule tutoring sessions and share information with students;
  • Accurately report hours worked in the time clock system;
  • Respect and maintain student confidentiality at all times;
  • Consult with the Director of Student Support Services regarding individual student concerns or progress.
  • Build rapport with students who utilize tutoring services at LPTC;
  • Participate in staff development training;
  • Provide study nights for midterms and finals;
  • Provide tutoring to students;
  • Supports the mission of Little Priest Tribal College (LPTC).
 Skills:
  • Ability to balance working independently and as a team member within Student Support Services;
  • Ability to follow assignments and projects from inception to completion and handle several projects at the same time;
  • Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy;
  • Effective verbal and listening skills;
  • Good interpersonal skills;
  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality due to Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
  • Problem-solving skills;
  • Follow college safety policies, practices, and procedures;
  • Computer literacy is required; proficient with Microsoft Suite.
 Qualifications and Education:
  • Minimum of a 3.0 cumulative GPA;
  • Must have completed the course you will be tutoring with a 3.0;
  • Possess strong reading, writing, and math skills;
  • Ability to work with Native American students and underserved communities.
 Applicants should submit a cover letter, current resume, transcripts, and three letters of reference to Human Resources, Little Priest Tribal College, P.O. Box 270, Winnebago, NE 68071, or email to angela.bates@littlepriest.edu. Applicants may also go to the college website at www.littlepriest.edu and complete an online application. Please complete an application and submit a certified copy of your transcripts.  Little Priest Tribal College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.