Math Lab Tutor

Summary

The part-time Math Lab tutor tutors a diverse population of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students in the Math Lab. The tutor works in the Math Lab for approximately 10-15 hours per week, Mondays through Saturdays.

Essential Functions

Provides one-on-one and small-group tutorial services to a diverse population of undergraduate students.  The tutor

Identifies students’ mathematical skills needs;

• Differentiates strategies and instructional materials to meet individual students’ needs;

• Teach students specific math concepts;

• Engages students in tutoring sessions by utilizing active learning strategies;

• Fosters student autonomy, as developmentally appropriate;

• Motivates students by being an active listener; and

• Respects students’ diverse backgrounds and unique perspectives

Documents student work and progress by:

• Using the processes and systems established within the Math Lab to document student progress;

• Entering all data in a timely fashion as specified by the Manager, Glenn Hubert Learning Center and Testing Center; and

• Communicating with the Manager, Glenn Hubert Learning Center and Testing Center regarding students with challenging or unique situations and documenting record details of such situations through the specified means within the Math Lab.

Participates in professional development and training sessions as related to tutor responsibilities. The tutor:

• Maintains currency in the content area (e.g. researches and develops new and varied instructional materials and strategies);

• Actively participates in learning community meetings;

• Participates in departmental professional development sessions and staff meetings throughout the semester;

• Serves as a proctor for student placement testing;

• Maintains currency with technological resources for instructional and recordkeeping purposes; and

• Monitors and arranges for replenishment of consumable materials used in the tutoring environment.

Qualifications/Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Mathematics Education is required. A Master's degree is preferred.

• 3-5 years of teaching experience is required.

• Must have intermediate experience with Microsoft applications for communication, reporting, and analyzing data and other information.   Be able to learn to use other software tools independently.

• Experience using Scantron and other office equipment.

• Must be able to speak and write professionally to communicate data results to students, parents, faculty, and/or staff.  Prepare reports for a variety of audiences.

Barry University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.