SE - Tutor, Biology at Barry University

Summary

The Department of Biology at Barry University is seeking Student Tutors for the following courses, including but not limited to: BIO-110, BIO-112, BIO-216, BIO-220, BIO-225, BIO-230, BIO-240, BIO-253, BIO-300, BIO-303, BIO-307, BIO-308, BIO-310, BIO-312, BIO-313, BIO-316, BIO-325, BIO-328, BIO-330, BIO-334, BIO-335, BIO-337, BIO-339, BIO-341, BIO-346, BIO-440, BIO-450, BIO-451, BIO-454.

This position is to be performed face-to-face.

Essential Functions

Assists students in reaching a better understanding of their Biology coursework by: 

• Introducing self to class and explaining when and where tutoring services will be offered.

• Communicating effectively and professionally in order to clarify content presented in the lecture and laboratory environments.

• Leading review sessions and being willing to work with individuals as well as in a group setting.

• Adhering to a set schedule of available hours which will be posted throughout the department.

Provide teaching support to instructors by:

• Conferring and planning with professors.

• Becoming enrolled as a user on the Blackboard course website.

• Obtaining copies of necessary texts, notes, and syllabi to be used as a reference.

Maintains frequent communication and proper documentation of academic services by:

• Utilizing the Barry email service to stay in contact with students.

• Retain copies of correspondence from students.

• Maintaining and submitting sign in sheets and log of study sessions.

• Notifying supervisor in advance of absences and arranging for coverage

• Submit new hire paperwork and timesheets accurately and timely.

Qualifications/Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required

• 0-12 months of related experience

• Must be able to troubleshoot and problem solve academic questions related to the subject being tutored as well as inspire students to discover scientific findings and solutions on their own

• Must apply time management and scientific principles when working with students

• Must possess basic computer skills and be familiar with lab equipment.

• Must be able to type, email, alphabetize, label, and log

• Should be familiar with the procedures and protocol of necessary lab equipment and supplies

• Must be able to express written ideas well and must respectfully and clearly communicate with students in a classroom and individual instruction setting

• Must have earned a grade of "A" in subject area

Benefits: Barry University offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees that includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, tuition assistance, paid time off and work/life balance initiatives such as wellness programs, spirituality in the workplace, and training and development.

Barry University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

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