Summary
Barry University,
Glenn Hubert Learning Center and Testing Center is currently seeking a Reading Center Tutor. The part-time Reading Center Tutor tutors a diverse population of both undergraduate and graduate students in the Reading Center. The tutor works in the Reading Center approximately 10-15 hours per week, Mondays through Fridays, preferably during day time hours.
This position is In-person.
Essential Functions

Provides one-on-one and small-group tutorial services to a diverse population of undergraduate and graduate students. The tutor

• Conducts a variety of tutorials that focus on reading strategies, study skills, test-taking strategies, and vocabulary building;
• Differentiates strategies and instructional materials to meet individual students’ needs;
• Monitors students’ performance on Reading Plus, a web-based program students must utilize outside the tutoring sessions;
• Engages students in tutoring sessions by utilizing active learning strategies;
• Fosters student autonomy, as developmentally appropriate;
• Motivates students by being an active listener; and
• Respect students’ diverse backgrounds and unique perspectives.

Documents student work and progress by:

• Using the processes and systems established within the Reading Center to document student progress;
• Entering all data in a timely fashion as specified by the Reading Center Coordinator; and
• Communicating with the Reading Center Coordinator regarding students with challenging or unique situations and documenting record details of such situations through the specified means within the Reading Center.

Participates in professional development and training sessions as related to tutor responsibilities. The tutor:

• Maintains currency in the content area (e.g. researches and develops new and varied instructional materials and strategies);
• Actively participates in learning community meetings;
• Participates in departmental professional development sessions and staff meetings throughout the semester;
• Serves as a proctor for student placement testing;
• Maintains currency with technological resources for instructional and recordkeeping purposes; and
• Monitors and arranges for replenishment of consumable materials used in the tutoring environment.

Qualifications/Requirements
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- Bachelor’s Degree in Reading required. Master’s in Reading; TESOL is preferred.
- Reading Endorsement or Reading Certification is required.
- 3-5 Years of related experience.
- Must be able to examine assessment data and use appropriate interventions to promote skill development.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Excel and Microsoft word)
- Basic knowledge on Scantron and copy machines.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Benefits: Barry University offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees that includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, tuition assistance, paid time off and work/life balance initiatives such as wellness programs, spirituality in the workplace, and training and development.
Barry University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

• Maintains currency in the content area (e.g. researches and develops new and varied instructional materials and strategies);
• Actively participates in learning community meetings;
• Participates in departmental professional development sessions and staff meetings throughout the semester;
• Serves as a proctor for student placement testing;
• Maintains currency with technological resources for instructional and recordkeeping purposes; and
• Monitors and arranges for replenishment of consumable materials used in the tutoring environment