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Job Title:
PT English/Writing Tutor Job Requisition ID: JR0000002584 Number of Openings: 1 Shift: Day (United States of America) Compensation Details: $22.00 PER HOUR

Job Description:

Lanier Technical College – (www.laniertech.edu) is conducting a search for the following part-time, non-benefits eligible, FLSA-exempt position. NOTE: A background check is part of the selection process. Please contact Human Resources at 770-533-6903 or cantrell@laniertech.edu if any assistance/accommodation is needed in the application/interview process.

POSITION: PART-TIME ENGLISH/WRITING TUTOR – Different Campus Locations Available

SALARY: $22.00 per hour

REPORTS TO: Director of Academic Success

RESPONSIBILITIES: - Tutors student(s) at Lanier Technical College in the subject area of English; - Tutors student(s) at Lanier Technical College in areas of writing across all subjects; - Meets with student(s) on an established basis in a learning center, community location, or classroom site convenient to both tutor and student(s); - Assigns manageable tasks and provides positive feedback; - Finds and prepares appropriate teaching materials that suit the student(s)’ ability, goals, and interests; - Discusses student(s) progress with appropriate staff; - Carefully listens to student(s) and offers encouragement and support; - Maintains a positive, warm attitude that encourages the student(s) to learn; - Attends in-service training, workshops and seminars, as needed; - Ensures safety and security requirements are met in the tutoring areas; - Meets ALL required deadlines as established by Supervisor; - Performs basic administrative duties to support the daily operations of the tutoring program.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Successful completion of English classes with a minimum grade of "B" in college degree-level English courses, such as ENGL 1101 - Composition and Rhetoric; ENGL 1102 - Literature and Composition; ENGL 2130 - American Literature; ENGL 2110 - World Literature. NOTE: Unofficial transcripts MUST be included with your information – or we will be unable to consider you further for this position.

COMPETENCIES: Knowledge of vocational area of assignment Skill in the use of computers and job-related software programs Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with adult learners Effective oral and written communication skills Effective decision-making and problem-solving skills PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (in addition to minimum qualifications and competencies): Bachelor’s degree in English, English Education, or closely related field from a regionally accredited College or University; Previous work experience as a Tutor. Physical Demands Would occasionally lift or move objects of a light to medium weight, up to 20 pounds. Work is typically performed in an office environment with intermittent sitting, standing, or walking in various settings. Full range of hand and finger motion may be utilized for data entry purposes. This position is available at all Lanier Tech campuses; and day and evening times are available.

NOTE: Tutoring positions are temporary, part-time positions of employment that are appointed on a per-academic-term basis.

As set forth in its student catalog, Lanier Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, sex, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). The following person(s) has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Title IX Coordinator: Nancy Beaver, 770-533-7000, nbeaver@laniertech.edu Section 504 Coordinator: Veronica Bowermaster, 770-533-7003, vbowermaster@laniertech.edu

NOTICE: Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Lanier Technical College is a registered participant in the federal work authorization program commonly known as E-Verify. Lanier Technical College Federally-Issued User ID: 46367 Date of Authorization: 3/28/2007 It is the obligation of Lanier Technical College to ensure orderly operation, to protect the rights of all members of the LTC community, to prohibit acts which materially and substantially interfere with legitimate educational objectives or interfere with the rights of others and to take disciplinary action where conduct adversely affects the College’s pursuit of its educational objectives. To this end, LTC complies with the Title II of Public Law 101-542, Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act – also known as the "Jeanne Clery Act." The Act requires that the College make available the report of campus crime statistics for the previous fiscal year by October 1st each year. The most recent LTC Campus Safety and Security Report is available at www.laniertech.edu. You may also request a paper copy from the Lanier Technical College Police Department located in the Breeden-Giles building on the Hall County Campus, 2535 Lanier Tech Drive, Gainesville, GA 30501

Minimum Qualifications:

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.