One (1) Permanent-Exempt , Part-Time (30 hours per week), School-Term-Only (200 days) position.
This position is grant-funded and is funded on a yearly basis. Hours are flexible and subject to change after appointment dependent upon grant status.
Exempt employees are considered "at will" and serve at the discretion of the appointing officer.
School-Term-Only (STO) employees are hired for a specific work calendar and may not have an assignment during the school academic breaks.
3598 School Aide 3 (Student Equity Professional Tutor):
The primary goal of the 3598 School Aide 3 Student Tutor and Resource (STAR) Centers) is to support students with Tutoring and Mentoring throughout the semester when they need it, providing support services that meet students' needs in and outside of the classroom. The STAR Center, housed within the Learning Assistance Discipline and located in the Library and Learning Resource Center at City College of San Francisco (CCSF), provides tutoring in math, chemistry, physics, biology, accounting, economics, world languages, social and behavioral sciences, and other subjects. Our tutor training program is certified through the College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA) to certify our tutors as Level 1 Tutor.
We value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, identities, abilities and orientations. Therefore, we prioritize applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits diversity brings to a professional educational community. The successful candidate will be an equity-minded individual committed to collaborating with faculty, classified staff, administration, students and community partners who are also committed to closing equity gaps.
This position's primary focus is to support closing the opportunity gap in math courses at CCSF through individual and small group tutoring, embedded tutoring inside the classroom, developing supportive connections with department faculty, staff and students, and offering study groups and workshops within the discipline.
The position requires the delivery of both in-person and online services.
Job Duties
1. Provide direct one-one-one tutorial sessions and small group sessions in a variety of math courses offered at City College of San Francisco including but not limited to, Math 75, Math 80, Math 95, Math 98, Math 100, Math 110A, Math, 115, Math 120, and Math 130.
2. Aid students with problem-solving strategies and study strategies to increase their learning and comprehension.
3. Establish partnerships with department instructors and retention programs to strengthen the tutoring program in the STAR Center and increase visibility of services to the community and college constituency.
4. Organize and implement equity-minded classroom presentations to enhance awareness of tutorial services available in math courses.
5. Facilitate small group tutoring workshops for students in related math courses.
6. Engage in professional development training sessions that focus on equity discourse and best practices.
7. Provide academic support services through both in-person and online formats.
8. Deliver online tutoring services synchronously and asynchronously.
9. Develop effective tutoring and mentoring approaches through conferences, shadowing other tutors, conducting observations and participating in meetings.
10. Serve as a mentor to student peer tutors in the Student Tutoring and Resource Center.
11. Maintain data related to closing the opportunity gap.
12. Facilitate equity-minded workshops focused on culturally responsive teaching, best practices and problem-solving strategies to support peer tutors in the Student Tutoring and Resource Center.
13. Support the STAR Center in the recruitment and training of new CCSF peer tutors.
14. Support tutoring needs at Ocean and other CCSF centers.
15. Position is required to work a flexible schedule, which includes evenings and potential Saturdays.
16. Other duties as assigned by the Department Chair and the Classified Manager.
Minimum Qualifications
Successful completion of two years of college (60 semester units) AND paid experience working with young people or college students.
College Work Study and Student Lab Aide experience with the District will be considered/applied as qualifying experience per an agreement made between the District and SEIU.
Desirable Qualifications
1. Evidence of Mastery of college-level math
2. Successful completion of, or instructional experience with, college-level math courses within the last 5 years.
3. Ability to tutor students in college level math courses within a high-volume, diverse community college Student Tutoring and Resource Center.
4. Experience in teaching, tutoring, or delivering academic support to students at the post-secondary instructional level is strongly preferred.
5. Experience using online tutoring platforms or softwares.
6. Experience working in a large urban community college environment with a diverse cultural and ethnic student body is highly desirable.
7. Knowledge of effective, student-centered tutoring techniques and strategies in academic subject areas.
8. Ability to incorporate technology effectively into tutoring sessions.
9. Possess strong communication skills in written, oral and online formats.
10. Demonstrate an understanding of and sensitivity to varying academic abilities of students at a large, diverse, equity-minded community college.
11. Commitment to supporting students of various academic and cultural backgrounds in reaching their academic goals and achieving success.
12. Be self-directed and able to complete assignments in a timely manner.
13. Knowledge of populations identified by the Office of Student Equity (Black/African American, Latino/a/x, Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander, American Indian/Alaskan Native, Filipino/a/x, Students with disabilities (DSPS), LGBTQ+, Students facing homelessness or housing insecurity, Foster Youth, and Justice Impacted individual) and strategies that are impactful and effective for these communities to thrive.
14. Knowledge of student-centered learning and community engagement theories that center anti-racist de-colonial praxis.
15. Experience working in a college access programs or higher education institutions with community college students that demonstrates the ability to put students' needs first.
16. Experience working in programs that benefit student groups such as first-generation, disabled, and/or parenting students.
17. Effective interpersonal collaboration and communication skills using empathy, patience, compassion, listening deeply, and courtesy.
18. Proficiency in a language other than English such as Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, Vietnamese, or Tagalog.
Benefits
1. New employees hired on or after October 1, 2013 will contribute 2% of salary to the San Francisco Retiree Health Care Trust Fund (RHCTF).
2. Additional Days Off with Pay. As stipulated in the appropriate bargaining agreements and board resolutions, Classified employees working full year (260 days/year) work schedules are granted, as paid days off, the days between Christmas and New Year's Day, as well as an additional five (5) paid days off during spring break. Eligible school-term-only (STO) employees who are not scheduled to work the designated days between Christmas and New Year's Day shall be granted three (3) paid days off to be scheduled by mutual agreements between the employee and supervisor. Eligible school-term-only (STO) employees who are not scheduled to work the days designated as Spring Break will not be paid for these days off.
Application Procedure
To be considered for this position, the following materials must be submitted by the filing deadline. Applications filed without the required documents will be rejected. NOTE: THE EMPLOYMENT HISTORY PORTION OF APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED.
1. Completion of online application (start by clicking on "Apply for this Position" button at the top of this page); AND
2. A letter expressing interest in the position specifically indicating how you meet the Minimum and Desirable Qualifications as listed in this announcement and identifying the department above; AND
3. A current resume summarizing educational background and related work experience; AND
4. Educational verification as stated below:
Verification of qualifying education must include copies of transcripts. diplomas, or certificates posting your degree(s) or major(s). If verification cannot be obtained, the applicant must submit a signed statement with the application explaining why such verification cannot be obtained.
Request for waiver will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Foreign degree(s)/coursework used as qualifying to meet minimum qualifications must be evaluated by a foreign degree evaluation services organization, before an application can be processed. Please contact the City College of San Francisco Human Resources Department at (415) 452-7660 for evaluation sources.
Failure to submit the required verification or request for waiver with the application at the time of filing will result in rejection of the application.
Verification of Experience:
Verification may be requested at any time during this recruitment and selection process. If requested, verification of experience needed to qualify must be submitted on the employer's letterhead and indicate the name of the applicant, job title, dates of employment, hours/week, and duties performed and must be signed by the supervisor and/or appropriate company representative.
Verification of experience may be waived if impossible to obtain. The applicant must submit a signed statement with the application explaining why verification cannot be obtained. Waiver requests will be considered on an case-by-case basis. Failure to submit the required verification or request for a waiver at the time of verification is requested may result in the rejection of the application.
ADA Statement
Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in this hiring process should contact the Title 5/EEO/ADA Compliance Officer at 415/452-5053 to make the necessary arrangements. Please be aware that verification of a covered disability under the ADA may be required.
Selection Procedure/Conditions of Employment
Applications will be screened for relevant qualifying experience. Additional screening mechanisms may be implemented in order to determine applicants' qualifications. Only those applicants who most closely meet the needs of the Department will be invited to participate in the selection process. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement to the interview.
New Hires: As approved by the governing Board of the San Francisco Community College District, beginning October 1, 2021, City College of San Francisco requires that new and current employees, students, and business partners participate in the Covid Safety Campaign. All parties entering CCSF facilities must demonstrate proof of covid vaccination in compliance with current CDC and SFDPH guidelines. New hires must submit documentation for verification to the Human Resources Department.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of the City College of San Francisco to provide all persons with equal employment and educational opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, religion, age, gender, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, disability or AIDS/HIV status, medical conditions, gender identity, or status as a Vietnam-Era veteran. These categories specifically include status as a lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or questioning person in any District program or activity. For further information, contact the Title 5/EEO/ADA Compliance Officer at (415) 452-5053.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number CS00338P Job Open Date Application Review Date Job Close Date Open Until Filled No Contact
Kanishae M. Benton
Contact Phone/Extension 415-239-3077 Contact Email
[email protected] Special Instructions to Applicant
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