Durham Technical Community Col Durham , NC 27701
Posted 3 weeks ago
Do Great Things! Durham Technical Community College is hiring Professional Tutors in the Center for Academic Excellence Department.
The CAE needs tutors in the following subjects:
Emergency Medical Technician Initial Basic
The Center for Academic Excellence Center (CAE) Professional Tutor will perform the following duties and hold the following responsibilities:
1. Tutor Durham Tech students referred from Emergency Medical Service classes;
2. Meet with students in one-on-one, small group, drop-in, virtual and/or classroom tutoring formats to support student learning;
3. Support, monitor, and assess students' use of successful learning strategies;
4. Maintain accurate records of student use of tutorial centers as required for CAE data collection and reports;
5. Participate in tutor training sessions activities;
6. Abide by the CAE policies and procedures and communicate CAE policies and procedures to CAE visitors;
7. Abide by the Tutoring Code of Ethics and Guidelines;
8. Assist other CAE employees when needed;
9. Provide a student-centered, service-oriented, and professional atmosphere;
Assist with other CAE duties as needed, for example, creating and organizing materials, making recommendations on needed supplies or equipment, welcoming students and colleagues to the CAE, proctoring exams in the Make Up Testing Center, participating in CRLA and other related certification activities; and preparing reports;
Assume other necessary responsibilities and perform additional tasks as assigned by the CAE director or department Dean in meeting the needs of the program, department, division, and college.
Current NC or NREMT Emergency Medical Technician Certificate.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
EMS Instructor Methodology course completion
Specialty certifications related to the emergency response
Current EMS Instructor certification
Associate degree in Emergency Medical Science
The CAE needs tutors in the following subjects:
Emergency Medical Technician Initial Basic
Work Experience: At least 2 months of related experience in a clinical setting of current certification.
Thorough understanding of and commitment to the mission and philosophy of the North Carolina Community College System;
Competence in oral and written communication skills necessary for effective tutoring;
Competence in computer technologies, such as word processing, spreadsheets, presentation programs, and distance education technologies;
Sensitivity to the needs and expectations of students and colleagues;
Ability to establish and maintain positive interpersonal relations throughout the college and the community.
The tutor for EMT should have overall competency in the following topics:
Knowledge of EMS theory, practice, and trends.
Knowledge of current EMS curricular content and education standards.
Ability to adapt EMS curricula to reflect State requirements, local needs, and national trends.
Knowledge of the delivery of emergency medical services in the State of North Carolina
Testing process for North Carolina and NREMT certification(s)
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time;
Work outside the office setting;
Good eye/hand dexterity;
Work requires fingering, grasping, and repetitive keyboarding motions;
Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word;
Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; and
Visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.
Normal Working Hours:
The Center for Academic Excellence Professional Tutor is required to work an agreed-upon number of hours on a schedule determined by the CAE Director to fulfill the responsibilities of the position. The schedule may involve day, evening, and weekend work. Work duties and responsibilities may be at the college's main campus, branch campuses, or other locations as assigned.
Requested hours specific for EMS tutors: approximately 6-10 hours per week
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