Job Description
Job Announcement Position Information
Position Title Paraprofessional Tutor/Supervisor for Nursing Field
Campus Position located in Oceanport, NJ
Department Academic Learning Center
Full-time, Part-time, Adjunct Part Time
Exempt or Non-Exempt Non-Exempt
Regular,Temporary, or Grant Regular
General Description Must be able to tutor in nursing subject(s) while overseeing and maintaining order in the Academic Learning Centers. In the absence of the Director of the Academic Learning Centers or the Tutoring Center Services Coordinator, will assume responsibility of the ALC and perform all the tasks associated with the job. Act as a liaison between the Director and the tutoring staff and assume responsibility for many of the minor problems and situations that arise daily.
Characteristics, Duties, and Responsibilities • Tutor in at least one nursing subject with confidence. Assist and direct students who come to the ALC for help and guidance.
• Act as Supervisor of the ALC and maintain oversight of the tutors as well as the tutees.
• Be willing to travel to other locations.
• Answer any questions or address any problems the tutors may have.
• Check the punctuality and attendance of the tutors.
• Maintain an atmosphere in the ALC that is conductive to good learning and tutoring.
• Evaluate Peer Tutors at mid semester.
• Attend and provide input and ideas at weekly staff meetings.
• Help coordinate, participate, and plan tutor training sessions.
• Assist in coordinating end-of-semester activities.
Education Requirements Associate's degree or completion of RN program required.
Experience Previous experience working at the Academic Learning Centers.
Competencies and Skills Required • Ability to be assertive and capable of supervising with authority in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have good communication skills and the ability to deal tactfully and courteously with students of all ages and nationalities as well as faculty and staff.
• Basic knowledge of computers.
Physical Demands and Work Environment • This position's duties are normally performed in a typical interior/residence work environment, based on the activity scheduled.
• Some physical effort required; however, the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
• Some travel required
Salary $18.00 per hour
Additional Information UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination, as required by state and/or federal law, in all programs and activities, including employment and access to its career and technical programs.
UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ is an EEO / AAP Employer/Protected Veteran/Disabled
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Disclaimer: This job description outlines the general nature and key features performed by various positions that share the same job classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and qualifications required of all employees assigned to the job. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or re-assign duties to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodations or other business reasons.
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We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits. We also offer twenty vacation days, ten paid holidays, and a ten-week summer work schedule which allows the college to close on Fridays. Other additional benefits include gym privileges, tuition remission for credit and non-credit courses at UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ, and tuition reimbursement for an approved degree program at an accredited college or university.
Terms of Employment Part Time position, not to exceed 25 hours per week; Academic Learning Centers - Cranford, Elizabeth, Plainfield and
Oceanport Campuses. Flexible schedule to meet department needs. Some evening, weekends, and extended hours may be required. Ability and willingness to travel on short notice to all on and off- campus sites as needed by the college. Employee must establish primary residency in New Jersey within one year of appointment unless an exemption applies.
Posting Detail Information
Open Date 08/04/2025
Close Date Open Until Filled Yes
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