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Learning Communities Leader

JOB SUMMARY:

Peirce College is seeking an experienced supplemental instructor(s) to facilitate weekly group review sessions for students in ENG 101, MAT 101, and other designated courses. This position attends all classes for designated course(s), is familiar with course assignments, and prepares materials for weekly group review sessions.  Additionally, this position models successful student behavior and learning strategies, focuses on “how to learn” as well as “what to learn”, and keeps accurate records of all sessions as stipulated by grant requirements. 

FUNCTIONS:

  • Facilitates review of course content through guided discussion and activities and assists students in developing effecting learning and study strategies pertinent for success in the course.
  • Identifies students’ academic needs and challenges and offers reinforcement or strategies that maximize students’ academic success.
  • Maintains accurate records of meetings with students.
  • Attends mandatory orientation, trainings, meetings, and professional development sessions.
  • Provides general office support as needed.

REQUIRED:

  • Bachelor’s degree or a combination of education and equivalent experience in the areas of tutoring and/or supplemental instruction.
  • Demonstrated level of knowledge in supplemental instruction as well as documented grade(s) of A- or better in appointed subject(s).
  • Willingness to seek ongoing professional development in the areas of developmental education, tutoring, supplemental instruction, and adult learners.
  • Proficiency in Windows operating environment; current Microsoft Office Suite products; Google applications and Zoom, or similar applications preferred.

DEMONSTRATED ABILITY TO:

  • Display tact and skill in effectively communicating ideas and knowledge effectively;
  • Maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality with all aspects of the job duties.

STATUS:

Auxiliary Part-Time/Nonexempt – Position can work remotely. Candidates local to the Philadelphia area will be considered first due to possible onsite events/meetings.

HOURS:

Day, evening, and weekend responsibilities, as required. 

REPORTS TO:

Facilitator, Tutoring Services

POSTED:

August 3, 2022.  Internal candidates must post for the position within ten (10) calendar days from the date posted.  

HOW TO APPLY:

Please submit a current resume and cover letter to include your pay expectations to: The Walker Center for Academic Excellence, Attn: Ellen Massey – Facilitator, Tutoring Services at: wcae@peirce.edu or fax to: (215) 670-9401. We strongly encourage materials be submitted electronically only due to the College’s current remote work environment.  Only those candidates who best meet our requirements will be contacted.

Peirce College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to ensuring equal opportunity in all employment decisions, policies, and practices.

The College does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.

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