Tutoring Program CoordinatorUniversity of Michigan - MI
The University of Michigan's Science Learning Center (SLC) is inviting applications for our Tutoring Program Coordinator. The SLC's Tutoring Program was started in Fall 2013 and supports five introductory biology and chemistry courses. The program currently staffs 35-40 tutors.
Responsibilities*
Coordinate all aspects of a peer-based tutoring program supporting introductory science students.
Recruit, hire, train, mentor, and supervise undergraduate peer tutors and peer mentors.
Foster the educational development and personal growth of undergraduate peer tutors and coordinate tutor-student relationships.
Research and implement best practices.
Develop and maintain tutor training materials and oversee development of instructional materials that support student learning in the sciences.
Organize and maintain reporting systems including recording attendance, agendas and activities, trends in usage, and preparing reports. Collect, analyze and distribute statistical reports on tutoring and other student support activities as part of overall assessment plan.
Maintain tutoring facilities as a welcoming space for students seeking assistance.
Work with administrative assistant to monitor electronic scheduling and compensation of student workers.
Publicize programs to faculty and students.
Required Qualifications*
Exceptional organizational and management skills with demonstrated program coordination skills
Self-driven; able to set own deadlines and prioritize multiple tasks
Ability to analyze and solve problems and exercise good judgment
Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to establish positive and respectful working relationships with students, faculty and staff
Sensitivity to needs of students struggling academically and ability to adapt to diverse learning needs
Excellent teaching and motivational skills
Ability to maintain integrity of confidential materials and student information
Proven ability to successfully work in a collaborative team environment
Strong written and oral communication skills
Possession of at least one degree (undergraduate or graduate) in a STEM field
related degree or experience.
At least three years professional experience in the development and/or delivery of tutoring programs or related peer-based academic support programs in higher education
Master's degree in higher education, science education, counseling or equivalent
Desired Qualifications*
Demonstrated experience working as an academic counselor or tutor, as well as supervision of tutors
Knowledge of student learning theory and the ability to apply best practices programmatically
Posted in LSCHE June/2014