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POSITION SUMMARY:
The tutor is responsible for individual and small-group tutoring and study supervision as assigned.
EXPECTED DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Meet with students on a one-on-one or small group basis to provide learning assistance
- Provide specialized tutoring in specific, approved subject areas
- Answer students’ questions concerning course content
- Aid students in the comprehension of course material
- Monitor student studying
- Attend tutor training sessions as required by the Coordinator of Student Success.
- Arrive on time and prepare for each assigned session
- Conduct each session in a conscientious, professional manner
- Help students become independent learners
- Maintain schedule on Upswing for individual appointments
- Maintain a practical understanding of how to use AI tools and ethical reasoning to improve critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Model appropriate study skills and behavior.
- Complete and return all required paperwork to the LRC Office
- Notify the Coordinator of Student Success of any concerns about students
PSYCHOLOGY SKILLS:
- Comprehension of psychological concepts such as learning, memory, motivation, personality, social behavior, and mental health
- Knowledge of research methods, classification of various mental disorders, and psychological schools of thought
- Capacity to think about the application of technical terms and concepts in real-world experiences
- Understanding needs assessment, counseling methods and ethical standards, and patient care practices
- Ability to guide students in translating psychological concepts into practical application
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum College CGPA of 3.0
- Grade of A or B in courses for which the student will provide tutoring
- Recommended by a member of the MACU Faculty, a member of the Student Affairs staff, and a MACU student peer
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work with students from varied backgrounds, age groups, and skill levels
- Appropriate level of responsibility, reliability, punctuality, and assertiveness
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:
- Preferred continuing student
- Preferred 3rd year/Junior year student
- Preferred Bi/multilingual (Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Italian, etc.).
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Suite,
REQUIRED COURSE COMPLETION (or currently enrolled)
PSYC 1103 - Introduction to Psychology
PSYC 3303 - Development Across the Life Span
PSYC 3633 - Psych of Addictions & Substance Abuse
PSYC 3713 - Psychological Statistics
PSYC 3803 - Introduction to Research Methods
PSYC 3813 - Cognitive Psychology
PREFERRED COURSE COMPLETION (or currently enrolled)
PSYC 2303 - Social Psychology
PSYC 4213 - Physiological Psychology & Neuroscience
PSYC 4313 - Multicultural Psychology
PSYC 4333 - Positive Psychology
PSYC 4343 - Psychology of Motivation & Emotion
PSYC 4703 - Psychology of Abnormal Behavior
PSYC 4803 - Personality Development
PSYC 4813 - Professional Ethics & Conduct
COMPUTER SKILLS:
Microsoft Office proficient; Google Suite proficient
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Sitting for extended periods, occasionally standing or walking, and having the ability to lift and carry objects up to a maximum of 20 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Quiet and relaxed atmosphere. Studious people who can contribute to a positive learning environment.
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