Math Resource Center Assistant - PT

General Description

This position is responsible for performing a variety of instructional support activities in the Math Resource Center including tutoring students, aiding with homework software issues; assisting with mathematical related technology; administering programs handles by the OCCC Math Resource Center; assisting with a calculator leasing program; proctoring exams; maintaining logs; moving tables and chairs for various activities; and performing basic clerical duties such as answering phones. Reports To Math Resource Center Supervisor What position(s) reports to this position? None Minimum Education / Experience Associates degree or equivalent (60 successful college credit hours) including :

At least 15 credit hours of college-level mathematics (with a grade of C or better)

OR

12 credit hours of Calculus (with a grade of C or better) Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge :

• Familiar with mathematical software such as Maple or Geometer’s Sketchpad;

Familiar with tutorial programs such as MyMathLab, ConnectMath, or WebAssign; and

Tutoring in math concepts including tutoring manipulatives.

Skills :

Communicating and articulating mathematical concepts in an organized manner; and

Filing alphabetically.

Abilities :

Read and understand content in order to assist students when they are having difficulty interpreting mathematical concepts; and

Follow directions and guidelines. Physical Demands / Working Conditions PHYSICAL / MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS :

The work is light work which requires the person in this position to occasionally exert up to 20 pounds of force to grasp, lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required :

This position requires the person to frequently communicate with and listen to students, faculty, staff, and others to perform the essential functions of the position; must be able to exchange accurate information in various situations.

This position requires the person to frequently move about the Math Lab to assist students and perform the essential functions of the position.

This position frequently requires the person to operate a computer and other office / lab equipment to perform the essential functions of the position.

This position requires the person to frequently perform tasks that involve repetitive motions of hands, fingers, and wrists.

This position requires the person to frequently remain in a standing and stationary position.

This position requires the person to occasionally position self to access materials that may be above head or at ground level.

This position requires the person to frequently position self to work with lab equipment or assist students.

This position requires the person to judge, observe, and assess the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations.

Work is performed in an indoor office or lab setting.

Work is performed in a relatively safe, secure, and stable work environment.

Work is performed using a flexible schedule ranging from ½ hour before opening and ½ hour after closing hours; schedule is determined each semester to meet needs of the Math Lab. Preferred Qualifications None Required Training Quarterly compliance training as assigned by institution Work Hours Schedule to be determined each semester to meet the needs of the Math Resource Center. Work times will be during the hours the campus is open including evenings and Saturdays. Department Math Resource Center Job Open Date 07 / 16 / 2025 Job Close Date Open Until Filled No Job Duties Job Duties (Position Specific) To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description. Job Duties (Duties Assignment Statement) Tutors students in the Math Resource Center (both in-person and via email / Zoom); helps students with math assignments by asking questions, looking at student work, assessing the student’s level of understanding, encouraging them to think through problems, using their resources, and talking / walking through problems; and circulates throughout the lab regularly to assist students at tables and computers.

Provides virtual tutoring to online or distance students; instructs and assists students in the use of mathematical related technology such as the graphing calculators (TI-84, TI-89), mathematical software, and computerized tutorial programs through demonstration.

Assists with administering and maintaining a calculator lease program.

Provides services to students and faculty in the Math Resource Center; answers phone to provide information and mathematics tutoring; reviews subject material in order to be of better assistance; administers the temporary loan of texts and calculators within the Math Resource Center; monitors central counter to keep assets and materials secure; maintains system of filing of instructional software, textbooks, and solution manuals; maintains reservation notebook for reserving Math Resource Center computer areas and laptop carts; maintains records of students using the Math Resource Center and lab resources; and maintains documents, schedules, handouts, and printing for staff and student needs.

Assists with proctoring tests; keeps a record of students proctored.Assists with scheduling of staff and activities in the Math Resource Center; mentors and trains new tutors and assistants.

Collects and reports Math Resource Center usage data; takes inventory of items in the lab and classrooms; cleans lab, calculators, and other areas; and moves tables, chairs, and miscellaneous furniture to set up classes / labs.

Opens and closes the Math Resource Center by following established procedures as assigned; helps enforce all Math Resource Center policies.

Participates in training concerning mathematics courses and / or tutoring by attending designated training sessions and completing requested activities; participates in College initiatives and staff development programs and training. Job Duties (Safety / Policy & Procedures) Abide by the policies and procedures published in the Board of Regents Policies and College Policies & Procedures ( / policy / )

Contributing to a safe educational & working environment is the responsibility of all College employees and is accomplished when employees :

Adhere to established safety and health procedures and practices for the purpose of providing injury and illness prevention for self and others.

Complete quarterly health and safety training pursuant to OCCC’s established safety and health procedures and practices.

Participate in all applicable OCCC emergency, evacuation, shelter in place drills, and be prepared to take action and assist others in taking appropriate action should a health or safety emergency occur.