Job Announcement
Specialist, Tutoring Part-Time (50%)
Job #1006058
JOB PURPOSE
Uses American Sign Language (ASL) fluency to provide support to Deaf and
Hard-of-Hearing students through the provision of individual and/or group
tutorial services; coordinates with students, lab tutors, and faculty
regarding tutorial services. Tutors Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing students using
ASL in area of specialization: Developmental and College Level English.
Including, but not limited to English as a Second Language, English
Comprehension, Composition and Literature.
REPORTS TO Manager, Learning Lab
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES AND TASKS
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties
may be assigned.
1. Tutors individuals or groups of Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing students using
American Sign Language (ASL) in area of specialization, all aspects of
English comprehension and composition, including college study skills.
2. Organizes and leads study groups for subjects in high demand; organizes
textbooks and/or supplemental learning materials as required.
3. Assists in promoting maximum use of the Learning Lab resources and
computer lab, including conducting classroom visits and communicating with
faculty.
4. Researches resources used for implementing tutorial activities.
5. Provides feedback to faculty, Student Services and Office of Students
with Disabilities as appropriate, regarding student performance and progress
as well as reporting on professional goals, performance and progress.
6. Assists in developing and implementing tutor training in area of
specialization; coordinates peer tutors in designated subject area.
7. Provides assistance with developing, delivering and evaluating programs
and services in area of specialization.
KNOWLEDGE
Must possess required knowledge and be able to explain and demonstrate, with
or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the
job can be performed.
Required
* Individual and group tutoring techniques and standards for tutoring
developmental and college level English.
* Learning Lab services.
* Processes for organizing and leading study groups.
* Current supplemental learning materials including software, tutorials and
internet resources as well as traditional resources.
* Knowledge of MLA style guide.
* Understanding of current English as a Second Language methodologies for
Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing students.
Preferred
* Knowledge of American Sign Language grammar, comprehension, and
composition.
SKILLS
Must possess required skills and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or
without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job
can be performed.
Required
* Maintaining an established work schedule.
* Advanced fluency in American Sign Language and the ability to understand
native ASL signers.
* Effectively use interpersonal and communications skills, with tact and
diplomacy, to maintain a professional and productive environment.
* Effectively use organizational, planning, and time management skills with
attention to detail and ability to follow through.
* Providing quality tutorial services to groups and individuals.
* Leading and organizing study groups.
* Promoting Learning Lab services.
* Providing feedback regarding student performance and/or progress.
COMPUTER SKILLS
Required
* Demonstrated proficiency using standard office software applications.
* Ability to learn college educational software & tutorials, and be able to
provide technical support for students in area of specialization, i.e. video
capture software and techniques used for recording ASL compositions.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
* Occasional lifting of objects up to 20 pounds.
* Subject to standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling,
pushing and pulling.
* Work is performed in an office environment.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
* Two years related work experience.
* Experience working in a deaf educational setting where English is taught
using American Sign Language.
Preferred
* Experience teaching or tutoring English using American Sign Language.
* One year experience in post-secondary deaf education.
EDUCATION
Required
* Bachelor’s degree in Education, Deaf Education or discipline related to
tutoring subject.
Preferred
* Master’s degree in a field related to Education/Deaf Education or relating
to area of tutoring specialization
OTHER
Required
* Recent experience or practice working with subject material from area of
specialization.
SAFETY
* Work safely and follow safety rules. Report unsafe working conditions and
behavior. Take reasonable and prudent actions to prevent others from
engaging in unsafe practices.
ACC Benefits Overview
Full-time Faculty and Staffing Table employees who work in full-time and/or
part-time positions at the College are eligible for ACC medical benefits
effective the first of the month after their first 90 days of employment.
Benefits include medical, dental, life insurance, short and long term
disability, retirement plans and AD&D.
ACC does not participate in Social Security. ACC participates in the Teacher
Retirement System of Texas (TRS) and the Optional Retirement Program
(ORP-Faculty Only). Part-time and Hourly employees participate in the ACC
Money Purchase Plan (ACCMPP) as a retirement program required by Federal
law.
Links:
Posting:
http://www5.austincc.edu/ehire/posting/online_version.php?job_num=1006058
Learning Lab web pages:
http://www.austincc.edu/tutor/
Learning Lab Services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students, fac. And
staff:
http://www.austincc.edu/tutor/students/access/deafhoh.php
Sean Loraas
Accommodations Assistant
Riverside Campus RVS 9107
512.223.6034 Voice/Voicemail
512.410.1507 Video Phone
512.223.6035 Fax