Biology Math Zone Tutor

Community College of DenverDenver, CO, US

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Purpose / Summary

The EXCEL! Zone is the Community College of Denver (CCD) tutoring center, providing support in math and science, writing, and digital literacy. Math and science tutors at the EXCEL! Zone assist students in a variety of college-level mathematics courses via in-person and remote sessions.

Duties and Responsibilities

This job posting is for tutors with strong knowledge of undergraduate biology topics, along with basic mathematics. Biology tutors will :

Work with students in the EXCEL! Zone’s drop-in tutoring center in one-on-one or small group settings to assist in learning biology and mathematics concepts. In the drop-in tutoring center, tutors may work with students in any of CCD’s math or science classes, or with students from other Auraria campus institutions.
Interact professionally with students and staff from a variety of cultural and academic backgrounds.
Develop students’ critical thinking skills through guided learning and best tutoring practices.
Continuously develop and improve their own tutoring strategies and techniques, and commit to ongoing professional growth.
Work with people from diverse backgrounds such as individuals with a disability, racial, ethnic, socioeconomic, and LGBTQ communities.
Adhere to confidential information policies.
Work with students online via video conference (WebEx) for online tutoring appointments.
Host reviews and workshops for larger groups in specific classes during their regular shift(s).
Tutors may also work in the classroom for CCD’s High School Diploma Program for adult learners. In this environment, tutors may work individually with students or in small groups, taking direction from the instructor.

Qualifications

Successful completion of an associate’s degree in biology, biochemistry, or a related discipline, OR successful completion of two years toward a four-year degree in the same in which the candidate is currently enrolled.

Completion of Anatomy and Physiology, Gen. Biology I, and Gen. Biology II or equivalent with excellent grades (A or B).

Completion of at least one additional biology course beyond Biology II with excellent grades (A or B).

Completion of College Algebra or equivalent with excellent grades (A or B).

Preferred Qualifications :

Enrollment in or successful completion of a graduate degree in biology, biochemistry, or a related discipline.

Experience tutoring students or working in a classroom.

Experience working in an urban majority-minority college.

Knowledge of a second language and / or experience working with students whose first language is not English.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities (required)

Confidence in anatomy and physiology and biology I and II.

Confidence in pre-algebra, trigonometry, and college algebra.

Candidates may be asked to solve and explain relevant mathematical problems in a simulated tutoring interaction.

The ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and in a timely manner.

Familiarity with D2L, WebEx, Microsoft Teams, and Outlook (or willingness to learn).

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities (preferred)

Confidence in any of the following math subjects : statistics, calculus I-III, differential equations, linear algebra.

Confidence in any of the following science subjects at a college level : chemistry, physics.

Time Commitment

Tutoring hours are available 9 : 30-5 : 00, Monday through Thursday, Friday 10 : 00-3 : 00, and evenings 5 : 30-9 : 00 PM. Schedules are typically set for the semester, and tutoring services and hours are not scheduled during times that classes are not in session. Mandatory tutor trainings are held prior to the start of the fall and spring semesters and are required before tutors begin work each semester. Tutors are also expected to attend team meetings throughout the semester and to complete any required trainings as scheduled. Professional tutors may work up to 28 hours per week, while work study peer tutors may work specific hours, dependent on their institution's policy.

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