Columbus State Community College

Columbus State Community College

Learning Support Specialist II - English Second Language

Columbus Campus, USA · Mid · Part-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 29 days ago
HRISCustomer SupportCritical ThinkingTime ManagementMentoring

About the role

  • This position requires a strong command of the subject matter, an understanding of effective learning skills, and the ability to engage actively and creatively with students using a variety of methods and tutoring strategies.
  • The LSS II communicates with the department regarding individual student progress and needs.
  • This position is responsible for generating reports from tutoring software and sending them to his/her supervisor.

Responsibilities

  • The LSS II also provides general support for tutoring programs and activities, outreach events and activities, and daily program operations, as needed.
  • Tutoring Program & Operational Support
  • Provides support to Peer Tutors & Supplemental Instructional Leaders. Assists with technical support of tutoring software and reports.

Requirements

  • Master's Degree in related field
  • One (1) year of teaching and/or tutoring experience in college-level or adult ESL.
  • State Motor Vehicle Operator's License or demonstration ability to gain access to work site(s).
  • Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting your Candidate Home.
  • The LSS II must be able to work with multiple students and with other tutors present, in a shared tutoring space.

Compensation

  • Helps students to develop and apply effective studying, time management, and critical thinking skills.
  • Meets with students by appointments and as drop-ins, depending on availability.
  • Maintains documentation of all tutoring sessions.
  • Proficiently uses and implements the College's tutoring and record-keeping software.
  • Contributes to the work of the tutoring program by participating in promotion and outreach events and assisting with the daily operations of the Tutoring Center as needed.
  • Attends tutor training sessions and participates in professional development activities covering a variety of tutoring and academic skills-related topics.

Benefits

  • The Learning Support Specialist II (LSS II) performs the duties of a professional tutor in their area(s) of academic expertise and experience.
  • Provides direct support to students in learning and understanding concepts, assignments, and material in the tutor's area(s) of expertise.
  • Assists with training and mentoring of Peer Learning Success Leaders and new LSS IIs.
  • Works collaboratively with tutoring administration, staff, and tutors to develop strategies and materials for effective tutoring and learning skills support.
  • Maintains a thorough knowledge of subject concepts and materials, as well as multiple instructional methodologies, to accommodate various student learning styles.

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