HFC presents an opportunity for a Professional Tutor (Part-Time)

The Professional Tutor is responsible for providing individual and small group tutorial support to HFC students. This position interacts primarily with students, faculty, and staff. The Professional Tutor may provide tutoring in-person or online. Professional Tutors are expected to be content-matter experts and help students improve their strategies for learning.

This position is part-time, with a maximum of 24-hours per week, and is subject to renewal each semester (Fall, Winter, and Summer). Compensation is based on degree level.

We are seeking applications for Professional Tutors to support the following courses and programs: 

• Accounting (esp. BBA-131)
• Biology (esp. BIO-131, BIO-233, and BIO-234)
• Chemistry (esp. CHEM-111, CHEM-131, and CHEM-141)
• Computer Information Systems (esp. CIS-100, CIS-125, CIS-221, and HCS-131)
• Digital and Graphic Arts:  Must have knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, AfterEffects, Animate and Acrobat. 
• Economics (esp. BEC-151 and BEC-152)
• English Language Institute (esp. ELI-101, ELI-102, ELI-103, and ELI-104)
• Nursing (esp. NSG-101, NSG-115, NSG-117, NSG-118, NSG-119, and NSG-121)
• Philosophy (esp. PHIL-131)
• Political Science (esp. POLS-131)
• Psychology (esp. PSY-131)
• Sociology (esp. SOC-131)

Tutoring is delivered both in-person and remotely. Professional Tutors who provide services virtually must possess the ability to perform tutoring online and have access to personal computer, webcam, microphone, and a strong, reliable internet connection. 

For English Language Institute positions only: Professional Tutors should be available at least two days per week Monday - Thursday between the hours of 12pm - 4pm (partial availability is acceptable). 

Education

• Bachelor's degree in program/curriculum/subject/etc. Bachelor's degree and equivalent coursework in a closely related field may be considered.
• For English Language Institute positions only: Bachelor's degree and certification in TESOL, TEFL, TESL, or equivalent may be considered. Master's degree in TESOL or equivalent preferred. 
• For Career and Technical Education Programs only: Possession of an applicable associate degree may be considered.
• The most successful candidate will have the education to include: Advanced or terminal degree in program/curriculum/subject/etc. or field.

The most successful candidate will have a career that reflects the following competencies. 

• Listening - Receives, attends to, interprets, and responds to verbal messages and other cues such as body language in ways that are appropriate to listeners and situations. 
• Supporting Learning - Provides support and encouragement during learning process; expresses confidence that others will be able to learn a new procedure or skill. 
• Teaching Others - Helps others learn through formal or informal methods; identifies training needs; provides constructive feedback; coaches others on how to perform tasks; acts as a mentor. 
• Creative Thinking - Uses imagination to develop new insights into situations and applies innovative solutions to problems; designs new methods where established methods and procedures are inapplicable or are unavailable. 
• Dependability and Reliability - Behaves consistently and predictably; is reliable, responsible and dependable in fulfilling obligations; diligently follows through on commitments and consistently meets deadlines. Demonstrates regular and punctual attendance; rarely is late for meetings or appointments.

• Must be highly conversant at developmental level.
• Ability to support via tutoring all or majority of courses offered at Henry Ford College in program/curriculum/subject area.
• Ability to tutor students individually and in groups in designated skill for understanding and acquisition of skills, in concept understanding, and facilitate comprehension.
• Assist students in areas of weakness, while providing appropriate academic guidance.
• Ability and willingness to quickly learn and demonstrate applicable software packages and other topics covered in our supported courses.
• In concert with the Learning Lab Coordinator, work closely with other departments and faculty as necessary to provide the best services from subject-specific workshop series, group tutoring, and study sessions.
• Ability to deliver knowledge effectively to students working in a computer lab classroom.
• Where applicable, demonstrate the use of technology.
• Skill in active listening by giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Ability to use good judgment and work effectively under pressure.
• Ability to maintain of records and information.
• Ability to assist the Learning Lab Coordinator in and training of peer (student) tutors.
• Professional Tutors must identify and develop content-specific resources to support student learning.
• As directed, Professional Tutors will participate in training and professional development activities.
• Professional Tutors must possess an enthusiasm for the subject area, patience, and a willingness to help others.

About Henry Ford College

We, of Henry Ford College, are dedicated to the education and enrichment of our students and community. As a comprehensive community college with a diverse student population, we value teaching and learning. To prepare our students for a rapidly changing world and workplace, we are committed to providing knowledge, communication skills, and cultural opportunities. We foster critical thinking, creativity, integrity, and self-esteem. Ours is a tradition of building futures. We measure our success by the success of our students in a democratic, diverse, and increasingly technological nation.

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