PT Math Tutor

A math tutor at Ivy Tech Community College serves as a bridge between the instructor and the student, helping to close the gap in understanding and improve academic performance. Their role is both academic and supportive, and the justification for having one can be built on several key points.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in math subjects from pre-algebra to college-level trigonometry.
• Additional knowledge in calculus, physics, or physical sciences is a benefit.
• Proficiency with personal computers, copiers, printers, Microsoft Office Suite, and Zoom.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Must be dependable and able to work when scheduled.
• Ability to follow detailed oral and written instructions.
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage professionally and effectively with a diverse student population.
• Demonstrate strong customer service and/or student advocacy through a positive attitude of approachability, adaptability, strong problem-solving skills, and desire to identify and support student success.

Responsibilities

• Use established math protocols to tutor students one-on-one in math and math-related courses.Sustain high-quality customer service while facilitating back-to-back tutoring sessions.Be dependable and able to maintain an established work schedule.Apply advanced problem-solving skills to troubleshoot and resolve student questions and inquiries.Ability to identify key student concerns and prioritize subject issues.Ability to guide students through complex concepts with patience and clarity.Ability to motivate and coach others and remain adaptable to various student needs.Accurately track tutoring sessions for outcome reporting.Adhere to academic and privacy standards, including FERPA compliance.

Education and Experience:

• Substantial background in Math.
• Prior tutoring, teaching, and/or mentoring experience preferred.
• Possess the ability to connect with a wide range of individuals.
• Ability to explain math and scientific concepts clearly and effectively.
• Commitment to fostering student success and academic growth.

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:

Health & Wellness

• Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses

• Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

Financial & Retirement Benefits

• All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.