Tutoring Assistant

Description

JOB TITLE: Tutoring Assistant       

REPORTS TO: School Liaison Librarian

CLASS/GRADE: Clerical II

POSITION TYPE: Hourly

RESPONSIBILITY

Provide academic or language learning support to students, youth or adult, to help them reach their educational goals.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Deliver one-on-one/small group tutoring or homework help in subjects like reading, math, writing, or English Language Learning (ELL). 
• Use the library’s website to locate information, resources, and services, and assist students in navigating digital content, account features, and online tools.
• Work with the library coordinator to align tutoring strategies with student goals. 
• Record session attendance, monitor student progress, and report data to the library coordinator.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to communicate processes clearly, explain terms, concepts and technology and assign responsibility and provide feedback. 
• Abides by established policies and procedures. 

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be age 18 or older. 
• High school diploma or equivalent and specialized training applicable to position. Some college coursework is preferred. 
• Can complete and pass LPCPL’s background check. 
• Welcome working with all people from your community. 
• Positive, adaptable, and forward thinking. 
• Display appropriate demeanor at all times; this includes dress, body language, and facial expressions. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Manual dexterity for typing, handling materials, operating computers, carts, and office equipment. 
• Sufficient vision to read print and digital materials, including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, and depth perception. 
• Clearly listen and communicate with staff in a timely manner, in person, by phone, and in writing. 
• Occasionally lift and carry library materials, supplies, and boxes up to 25 lbs.  
• Must be able to respond to alarms, sirens, and overhead pages.