Title: Student Success Professional Tutors (Contract Positions)

Bargaining Unit/Salary Level: Contract, $20/hour per diem.

Responsibilities: Professional Tutors work in concert with the Lunder Student Success Team to promote a sense of community, as well as to plan and execute programs; participate in planning, arranging, and executing different Student Success and TEAS workshops; work with students in one-on-one and group settings to develop the skills necessary to succeed in the coursework; provide support in test preparation, study skills, course material understanding, and basic academic skills support; support initiatives and events run by the student success center, if necessary; and provide a high aptitude in the topic area(s) that are being tutored. Tutoring services for major subject areas including, but not limited to: psychology, communications, early childhood, business, technology, sciences, online education and trades and will be offered in Fairfield during open hours or by appointment, some nights and weekends may be required to meet the needs of the student.

Minimum Qualifications: An Associate degree in a trade or technical field specific to the subject being tutored is required; a Bachelor or Master’s degree is preferred. Required skills include: a solid knowledge of the field of study; ability to promote a positive and safe learning atmosphere; ability to demonstrate creativity in addressing new problems; possess solid organizational skills; ability to lead a group and create a culture of support that leads to success; good active listening skills; ability to work successfully with students from diverse backgrounds; and ability to foster growth and independent study skills for our students.

Initial review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. To submit a complete application file, please send the following: cover letter, resume, official transcript of highest degree earned, and the KVCC Application for Employment (visit: http://www.kvcc.me.edu/employment and download form) to mbrennan@kvcc.me.edu.

Proof of up-to-date Covid-19 vaccination required prior to the first day of employment, subject to exemptions recognized by law.

Kennebec Valley Community College is an Equal Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and non-discriminatory environment for all employees. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. For more information, contact 207-453-5000.