TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) Professional Tutor – MATH & Academic Skills Specialist

Position Title:TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) Professional Tutor MATH & Academic Skills Specialist

Department:TRIO Student Support Services

Reports To:TRIO SSS Tutor Coordinator

Compensation:$15.00 per hour

Position Summary

The TRIO SSS Professional Tutor provides high-impact academic support to first-generation college students low-income individuals and students with disabilities. This role delivers targeted individual and small-group tutoring primarily in Mathematics (developmental through upper-level college math) while also providing cross-disciplinary support in Academic Writing and evidence-based Study Strategies. The Professional Tutor fosters student independence retention and graduation by utilizing student-centered coaching methods aligned with federal TRIO regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct Academic Instruction & Tutoring
  • Provide specialized individual and small-group tutoring in Mathematics (e.g. Algebra Calculus Statistics) introductory writing and general research/editing skills.
  • Integrate cognitive learning strategies time management note-taking and test-preparation techniques directly into subject tutoring sessions.
  • Facilitate active learning and critical thinking rather than simply providing answers or editing work for students.
• TRIO Student Success & Mentorship
  • Support the retention and persistence of non-traditional first-generation and underrepresented college students by maintaining an inclusive accessible learning environment.
  • Assist students in navigating academic technology course portals and learning management systems (LMS).
  • Help students understand faculty expectations and develop effective academic self-advocacy skills.
• Program Administration & Tracking
  • Maintain precise confidential records of student attendance session notes and academic progress using program tracking software in compliance with FERPA.
  • Participate in required TRIO SSS staff meetings professional development workshops and program evaluations.
  • Collaborate with TRIO staff and college faculty to identify academic warning signs and provide early interventions.

Qualifications

• • Bachelors degree in Mathematics Math Education STEM or a closely related field.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in tutoring/instructing writing mechanics essay structuring and college-level study strategies.
  • Demonstrated experience working with diverse underrepresented first-generation or low-income student populations.
  • Strong interpersonal communication and technological skills.
  • Availability to work oneevening a week (4 hours per week) during school Fall and Spring semesters.
• Preferred
  • Bilingual proficiency (English/Spanish preferred).
  • Prior teaching or tutoring experience.

Required Experience:

Junior IC