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Math Tutor
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Position Number: 4977085
Location: Aurora, CO
Position Type: Tutors and Learning Resources

Math Tutor

Community College of Aurora

Salary: See Position Description

Job Type: Part-time

Job Number: 800043

Location: 16000 East CentreTech Parkway Aurora, CO

Department:

OVERVIEW OF CCA

The Community College of Aurora serves our diverse community by providing high-quality instruction and support services to prepare students for transfer and employment. We are particularly interested in applicants that demonstrate a commitment to working with individuals and groups from diverse identities, including but not limited to: socioeconomic, cultural, sexual orientation, gender identity expression, disability, multilingual learners, veterans, non-traditional, race and ethnic backgrounds.

More than 20 different languages and 60 countries are represented at CCA. In addition to traditional degree and certificate programs, CCA offers non-credit professional development courses, customized training, and economic and workforce development resources to employer partners and individual professionals seeking to enhance the capacity and productivity of their workforce or individual knowledge and skills. The college centers diversity, equity, and inclusion and we actively seek to employee partners who want to join us in working to reducing outcome gaps among our diverse student population.
POSITION SUMMARY
As a member of the Colorado Community College System (CCCS), the Community College of Aurora (CCA) is dedicated to serving our surrounding community. As the most diverse institution of higher education in Colorado, CCA is currently the college choice for nearly 11,400 students representing over 60 countries, with 62% of our enrollment represented by students of color. In 2016, CCA was designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). CCA's service area includes more than 680,000 residents in Arapahoe, Adams, and Denver counties, and its student population reflects the broad diversity of this area. The college offers more than 90 degrees and certificate programs for students seeking to enhance their current skill set, pursue employment, or transfer to a four-year college or university upon graduation.

The Tutoring and Learning Supports (TLS) Department is seeking a part-time math tutor to be part of a skilled and highly motivated team. The successful candidate will have strong math expertise, learning assistance experience, and a culturally responsive approach in supporting student growth, development, and success.

The professional tutor will assist students to achieve academic success in current coursework and promote retention and persistence by assisting students with increasing confidence, skills, and ability in content areas. When necessary, tutors will assist in presenting academic workshops and performing other duties as assigned. Tutors will also participate in staff meetings and professional development as schedules permit.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
The tutor will assist students to achieve academic success in college level math coursework and promote retention and persistence by assisting students with increasing confidence, skills, and ability in math. The tutor will have the ability to explain concepts in different ways. Must be dependable, approachable, patient, demonstrate a positive attitude, and have good communication skills.

Each semester, the tutor will complete an availability form, confirm schedule offer, sign an hourly appointment form, read, and sign a work expectation agreement, and set up availability in the EAB Navigate system. Throughout the semester, the tutor will maintain current and accurate records of tutoring appointments in EAB Navigate system, in accordance with Navigate guides. On a biweekly basis, the tutor will submit electronic hourly timesheets. As requested, the tutor will complete staff surveys and participate in tutor observations.

When necessary, the tutor will assist in conducting classroom visits to promote tutoring services, presenting academic workshops for students, and performing other duties as assigned. The tutor will also participate in staff meetings, teambuilding activities, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) training, and other development opportunities as schedules permit.

TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree, completed or in progress
Successful completion of college algebra or an equivalent course with a grade of "A" or "B"
Desire to learn tutoring strategies and techniques (training will be provided)
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills in the English language
Strong customer service skills
Ability to work effectively with a diverse population
Commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion for all students
Proficient with Microsoft Outlook

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree
Previous tutoring or teaching experience in math
Proficient with Zoom

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

Assignments/Pay:

Position will be primarily located on campus but may be eligible to work some hours remotely or have a hybrid schedule
Work schedule many not exceed 29 hours per week
Primary hours of operation are Monday through Friday with some weekend and evening availability. All school observed holidays off including Thanksgiving (Fall Break), Spring Break, and all breaks between semesters.
Pay is up to $26.00/hour and is commensurate with education and experience.

Deadline to Submit Application Material: Friday, February 16, 2024.

Application Process: When submitting your online application, please include a cover letter, current resume, and professional references. Official transcripts showing the highest degree achieved should be submitted to HR@ccaurora.edu upon offer of employment. If you have questions regarding this position, please contact us at HR@ccaurora.edu.

By applying for this announced position, applicants are certifying that all statements, information and documents provided are true, complete and correct to the best of their knowledge and are made in good faith. Further, applicants understand that omissions, misleading, false or untrue information, or any attempt at fraud or deceit in any manner connected with this application and/or subsequent testing may result in them not being considered for jobs with the Community College of Aurora; may constitute grounds for discipline and/or termination after hire; and/or constitute grounds for further actions pursuant to law.

Application Checklist

Complete Applications must include the following documents:

A complete online application
A cover letter that describes how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position
A current resume uploaded as an attachment to your online application
Candidates identified as finalists must provide three to five professional references, at least two of which must include a current direct supervisor and most recent supervisor. If you cannot provide two supervisor references, an opportunity will be afforded for discussion and consideration of alternative references with the CCA Human Resource Office. Please note, out of professional courtesy to you, we will not contact your current supervisor without first providing notice to you as a candidate and only when a contingent offer is pending in order to protect the confidentiality of your application to the full extent possible.
If you are using education to qualify, a copy of your official or unofficial transcript showing that your degree has been conferred and the name of your school, or your NACES accreditation is required as part of your application. Please submit this as an attachment to your application. Please note that you have the right to redact dates from your transcript during the application process. A full, unredacted copy will be required upon hire.
For any questions or technical issues please contact HR@CCAurora.ed

Notice to all Applicants:

Proof of eligibility to work (Download PDF reader) in the United States must be produced within three (3) days of hire.
Direct deposit of payroll is a condition of employment.
Final candidate is subject to a criminal background check prior to final selection process.
Final candidate is required to submit official transcripts to Human Resources within fourteen (14) days of hire.
CCA is affiliated with the Colorado Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) and as such, employees contribute to PERA in lieu of Social Security for retirement benefits. For more information, visit the COPERA web page.
Individuals currently or formerly employed by the Colorado Community College System or one of its 13 colleges, and/or who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information in your application material.
For information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures, contact our Title IX Compliance/Equal Opportunity Officer, Cindy Hesse, Director of Human Resources at 16000 E. CentreTech Parkway, Suite A207, Aurora, Colorado 80011 or by phone at 303-360-4752, or e-mail at Cindy.Hesse@CCAurora.edu.

Colorado Residency Requirement:

Eligible applicants must be either a current Colorado resident or be able to provide proof of residency in Colorado within 30 days of the start date for the position, or they may be deemed ineligible for employment with the Community College of Aurora. Please contact HR@CCAurora.edu with any questions.

Community College of Aurora Inclusive Excellence Statement:

CCA embraces Inclusive Excellence because we want our students, staff, and faculty to learn and contribute within an inclusive environment. This means members of our college community will be active, respectful, and mindful of equity, diversity, and inclusion at all levels of engagement.

Inclusive Excellence will provide a foundation for student and institutional success. Recognizing our diversity is only the first step toward Inclusive Excellence.

We must also be intentional in valuing cultural differences and experiences, while incorporating them into practices, curricula, and policies.

Welcoming, Respectful, Inclusive - Together, we are CCA.

The Federal Clery Act: (The Student Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990) requires all institutions of higher learning to make available to prospective employees our agency's Annual Security Report. A copy of this information is available on the CCA website at the Student Right to Know page. A paper copy of this report can be obtained at the College Security Office upon request. This report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning crimes that occurred on campus or on property controlled or owned by Community College of Aurora, as well as public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, our campuses.

ADAAA Accommodations: Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact Robert Callaway at 303-360-4733 or Robert.Callaway@CCAurora.edu at least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.

Pregnancy Related Accommodations, Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA): The Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA), allows applicants to request a reasonable accommodation for health conditions related to pregnancy or the physical recovery from childbirth. Candidates wishing to request reasonable accommodations must do so as soon as possible, preferably at least three days prior to the exam or interview. If you are an individual who wishes to request reasonable accommodations, please contact us at 303-360-4733 or Robert.Callaway@CCAurora.edu.

Non-Discrimination Statement: The Community College of Aurora prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment including those that violate federal and state law, or the State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education Board Policies 3-120 and 4-120. The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex/gender, race, color, age, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, religion, genetic information, marital status, gender identity, or sexual orientation in its employment practices or educational programs and activities. For information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures, contact our Title IX Compliance/Equal Opportunity Officer, Cindy Hesse, Vice President of Human Resources at 16000 E. CentreTech Parkway, Suite A207, Aurora, Colorado 80011 or by phone at 303-360-4752, or e-mail at Cindy.Hesse@CCAurora.edu

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/auroraccco/jobs/4367746/math-tutor

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