Professional Tutor of Biology

Job DetailsJob Location: East Hartford, CT - East Hartford, CT 06118Position Type: Part TimeThe mission of Goodwin University is to educate a diverse student population in a dynamic environment that aligns education, commerce, and community. Our innovative programs of study prepare students for professional careers while promoting lifelong learning and civic responsibility. As a nurturing university community, we challenge students, faculty, staff, and administration to fully realize their highest academic, professional, and personal potential.

Position Description Summary/Purpose:

Goodwin University is seeking a Part-Time Biology tutor. When you join Goodwin, you will be able to assist students in their academic journey and have the opportunity to inspire, motivate, and empower students to succeed. This position bridges the gap between the university and the needs of the student and helps students make academic progress, while promoting independent learning and self-reliance.

Responsibilities:

Provides academic assistance to assigned tutees, either in a group or individually.
Establishes liaison with the instructor and works under the instructors direction to assist the student.
Attends periodic training sessions given by staff members to increase competency in working with students.
Schedules tutoring appointments.
Provides evaluations and other reports as required by staff.
Helps students develop positive attitudes toward learning and studying and helps students develop a high level of motivation in academic areas.
Assists students in achieving a better understanding of specific subject material and in improving academic capabilities in designated areas.
Helps students develop the study skills necessary for academic success.
Establishes and maintains rapport with the assigned students. Assists in designing and implementing class cooperative projects.
QualificationsMinimum Required Qualifications:

Completion of a Bachelors Degree or higher in the life sciences field.

Life sciences fields include but are not limited to: Animal Science, Anatomy & Physiology, Biology, Bioengineering, Botany, Cell Biology, Ecology, Environmental Biology, Field Biology, Genetics, Human Biology, Ichthyology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, MD, Mycology, Nutrition, Ornithology, & Zoology.

Possess excellent communication skills, and the ability to work with a diverse student body.
Must be self-directed and able to work remotely, when required.

Physical and Mental Requirements: 

Work Environment 
None       
Under 1/3
1/3 to 2/3
Over 2/3

Outdoor Weather Conditions
X
 
 
 

Work with fumes or airborne particles
X
 
 
 

Work near moving mechanical parts
X
 
 
 

Risk of electrical shock
X
 
 
 

Vibration
X
 
 
 

Physical Activity 
None       
Under 1/3
1/3 to 2/3
Over 2/3

Standing                                               
X
 
 
 

Walking
 
X
 
 

Sitting
 
 
X
 

Talking & Hearing
 
 
X
 

Using hands/fingers to handle/feel
X
 
 
 

Climbing or balancing
X
 
 
 

Bending, pulling, pushing
X
 
 
 

Driving 
X
 
 
 

Lifting Requirements
None      
Under 1/3
1/3 to 2/3
Over 2/3

Up to 10 pounds                                   
X
 
 
 

Up to 25 pounds
X
 
 
 

Up to 50 pounds
X
 
 
 

Up to 75 pounds
X
 
 
 

Up to 100 pounds
X
 
 
 

Over 100 pounds
X
 
 
 
 

Vision requirements:

___       Close vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 inches or less)

___       Distance vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 feet or more)

___       Color vision (i.e. ability to identify and distinguish colors)

___       Peripheral vision (i.e. ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or

            left and right while the eyes are fixed on a given point)

___       Depth perception (i.e. three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and

            spatial relationships)

_X__    No special vision requirements

Hours

Evening and weekend appointments
20 hours per week

(This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between Goodwin university and employee. It is used as a guide for personnel actions and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.)