MATH LAB TUTOR

Number of Openings:                       1

Employee Classification:                  Non-Exempt

Institution:                                        Cleveland State Community College

Department:                                     Math Lab

Campus Location:                             Cleveland, TN

Salary Range:                                    $15.00 hr

Position Status:                                 Part-Time Temporary / *Not to exceed 29 hours/week

Cleveland State Community College is a comprehensive, two-year post-secondary institution, located in Cleveland, Tennessee. Cleveland State is committed to providing open access and quality education to all students. A Tennessee Board of Regents institution, Cleveland State is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). At Cleveland State, our mission is to build strong minds, careers and communities through exceptional teaching and learning, workforce development and service. We wish to hire individuals with similar values who can help us accomplish those goals.

Special Instructions to Applicants: 

To be considered for a position at Cleveland State, you must complete an online application. Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated solely based on the information provided in your application. Any work experience not included will not be considered for meeting the minimum requirements or determining compensation for the position.

Please note the following: 

• Attaching a resume does not substitute for completion of the application form.
• Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% of full-time experience. 

JOB SUMMARY

The Math Lab Tutor provides academic support to individual students and small groups in mathematics-related subjects. The position is open to students currently enrolled and actively pursuing a two- or four-year degree. The role requires ability to adjust tutoring approaches to meet the learning needs of each student and promote academic success.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Provide one-on-one and small-group, in-person tutoring to support student understanding of mathematical concepts at all levels.
• Utilize a variety of instructional and tutoring strategies to enhance learning and comprehension.
• Monitor students during testing as assigned.
• Identify academic needs and recommend strategies to address areas of concern (e.g., study habits, learning strategies, classroom behaviors).
• Motivate and support students through positive feedback and encouragement.
• Promote a college-going culture by serving as a positive role model and providing informal mentoring.
• Tutors may be asked to assist with additional tasks to support various departments in the college.

EQUIPMENT

• Perform tasks using personal computers and peripheral devices.
• Operate and maintain (if applicable) office equipment such as photocopiers, printers, and scanners to support daily workflow.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide tutoring in Statistics, Pre-Algebra, College Algebra, Precalculus, and Applied Calculus, or train as needed.
• Explain mathematical concepts clearly in both oral and written form.
• Use virtual meeting platforms to support student learning when required.
• Organize time and tutoring sessions efficiently.
• Ensure accuracy and attention to detail in all tasks.
• Work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students.
• Use learning platforms such as D2L and MyLab Math.
• Apply teaching methods such as flipped classroom or math emporium models.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.

JOB STANDARDS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Must have earned a grade of A or B in the relevant course (e.g., an A in MATH 1530 Introductory Statistics to tutor in statistics).
• Valid driver’s license.

JOB LOCATION

This is an on-site position with the primary workplace in the Math Lab located in the Adkisson Administration Building at Cleveland State Community College in Cleveland, Tennessee.

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Applicants may be subject to a background check and credit check.

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Human Resources Office
Telephone: 423-478-6203; FAX: 423-478-6257
Email: humanresources@clevelandstatecc.edu

Website: www.clevelandstatecc.edu

The following link will direct you to a reporting section of the college’s website:  How Do I Report