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Online Tutor - STEM Center
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Position Number: 1999818
Location: Moses Lake, WA
Position Type: Tutors and Learning Resources

Online Tutor - STEM Center

Salary: $13.50 Hourly
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 20-22
Location: Moses Lake, WA
Division: Instruction

Position Summary
Big Bend Community College invites applications for Online Tutors in the STEM Center. This position will provide tutoring assistance in a variety of subjects and will assist the STEM Center Coordinator in creating an environment that is welcoming, positive, inclusive and conducive to learning.

Currently, all student support is being provided remotely. Students are able to access STEM Center resources through Canvas and tutoring (drop-in and embedded) is available over Zoom.

The Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Center offers all BBCC enrolled students, including GED/ DVS, a wide variety of tutoring and instructional support services for all levels of math, science, and engineering courses. The STEM Center is a collaborative study area which provides drop-in tutoring services, supplemental instruction, faculty support, STEM related advising, and a variety of resources.

BBCC is a small rural community college located in the sunny, central part of Washington State, and is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. Big Bend Community College serves approximately 4,000 students, with an annualized FTE of approximately 2,000, in a 4,600-square-mile service district including 15 communities in Grant and Adams counties and the Odessa School District in Lincoln County with on-site, online instruction, and interactive classrooms.

Big Bend Community College (BBCC) is a comprehensive public community college serving a large, rural district in central Washington State. BBCC's main campus is located in the city of Moses Lake (pop. 24,009) in Grant County, situated on the former Larson Air Force Base. In addition to the central campus, BBCC has learning centers in seven outlying communities that provide adult basic education, high school completion, and English Language Learning programs as gateways to college. We are accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and we serve approximately 4,000 students, with an annualized FTE of approximately 2,000.

Big Bend Community College strives for excellence in teaching and learning. We are a student-centered and innovative college that is committed to fostering a community that supports and recognizes the value of diversity; 42% of our student-body is Hispanic. Recognized as a Leader College by Achieving the Dream, Big Bend is a designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Our student body consists of 75% first-generation college students and 71% of our students receive some form of financial assistance.

Our college seeks candidates who have a deep commitment to and understanding of the rewards and challenges of working with students. We particularly welcome those who will be active participants in our small but thriving college community.

This position is open until filled. Big Bend Community College reserves the right to offer this position to a qualified candidate at any time, so a prompt response is encouraged.

(Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis based on need throughout the 2020 - 2021 academic year. High application times are September 2020 for Fall 2020, December 2020 for Winter 2021, and March 2021 for Spring 2021.)

Essential Job Duties
Essential Job Duties to include, but not limited to:

Supporting students in math and/or science courses with use of effective tutoring techniques in an online environment.
Being able to help students in one-on-one and/or in group settings.
Understanding of STEM Center resources and ability to direct students to resources.
Being aware of tutor, SI Leader, and faculty schedules to refer students appropriately.
Maintaining records of student use of tutoring services.
Attending all mandatory paid training.
Meeting regularly with supervisor.
Other administrative duties as assigned.

Minimum & Desirable Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be able to tutor students in arithmetic through Pre-calculus and/or introductory Chemistry. Candidate will be asked to take content exam during interview process. If candidate falls below minimum score, candidate may still be hired, but will be asked to audit class(es) to reinforce content knowledge.
Previous experience working with individuals one-on-one and/or small groups.
Previous experience working directly with individuals from diverse academic, age, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds.

Individuals interested in this position should also:

Demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills.
Be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Show dedication to student success.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Associates or Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
Bilingual, English/Spanish proficiency.

Application Instructions
This position is open until filled. Big Bend Community College reserves the right to offer this position to a qualified candidate at any time, so a prompt response is encouraged.

To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet required qualifications and submit a complete application packet, which includes the following:

Online application.*
Cover letter, addressing how you meet the minimum and desirable qualifications for this position.*
Comprehensive resume or CV.*
A statement outlining how your educational and or professional experiences, background, or philosophy demonstrates your commitment to diversity and equity, and how these prepare you to contribute to Big Bend Community College (max. 1 page).* Please save your Diversity Statement as a Word Document and upload it as your Diversity Response attachment at the end of the application process. Please check Yes that this will be submitted with your application.
Copies of any college transcripts (unofficial) and applicable certificates.*

NOTE: All of the above items are required to ensure your consideration for this position. The items marked with an asterisk are required to be included/uploaded with your online application prior to submission. The college reserves the right to remove documents, submitted but not requested, by BBCC as part of the application process. These documents include, but are not limited to statements of teaching philosophy, diversity statement, letters of recommendation, student evaluations, performance evaluations, etc.

BBCC reserves the right to not fill this position, reject all applicants, reopen the position, or make a direct appointment. Applications received during this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies at the College's discretion.

Persons hired will need to provide documentation verifying identity and employment authorization to work in the United States.

Official transcripts will need to be provided to the college within the first thirty (30) days of employment.

Big Bend Community College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical, mental or sensory disability, use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, marital status, pregnancy status or families with children, a mother breastfeeding her child, AIDS/HIV or hepatitis C, genetic information, and/or status as a veteran or any other legally protected classification.

Big Bend provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Please direct all inquiries regarding compliance with access, equal opportunity, and/or grievances to the Vice President of Human Resources & Labor/Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator/Section 504 Coordinator, BBCC 7662 Chanute Street NE, Moses Lake, WA 98837; 509-793-2010 or via email at kimg@bigbend.edu.

In compliance with state and federal regulations, BBCC is committed to a safe and drug-free campus. Employees are expected to comply with BBCC's policy prohibiting illegal drug use or activity, including notifications of criminal drug convictions and the use of prescription drugs or over-the-counter medications that are likely to affect job safety. The complete policy and procedure are available to view on the policies page of the BBCC website. Printed copies of the policy and procedure are available by contacting the Human Resources Office at 509-793-2008.

BBCC strives to be a safe and secure campus for our students, employees, and community. Detailed information regarding campus security, crime statistics for the most recent-three year period, and other information is available on the Campus Safety and Security page of the BBCC website. If you have questions or would like a printed copy of the materials please contact Campus Safety and Security at 509-793-2286.

This posting does not reflect the entire job description and may be changed and/or modified, at any time, without notice.

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