Hourly - Academic Tutor, Fashion Merchandising

Provide academic student support by working one-on-one and in small groups with students on specific concepts and skills.

• Tutor individual and small groups of students in fundamental and advanced skills and areas of knowledge.
• Facilitate student study groups.
• Provide assistance to students in comprehending discipline specific subject matter.
• Respond to student questions requiring an in-depth knowledge of subject matter, course concepts and learning objectives.
• Support student use of discipline specific technology and the course learning management system.
• Provide assistance with testing in special circumstances where discipline specific knowledge is required (e.g. students with special needs).
• Assist in conducting student services functions as needed.
• Assign and oversee work study students and student help.
• Other related duties as assigned

Education: 

• Bachelor’s degree required in Fashion Merchandising or related field or in limited circumstances, the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: 

• Proven ability to work effectively with students of varying ages, cultures, and knowledge base.
• Proven ability to communicate ideas, principles and concepts effectively in individual or small group settings.
• Computer literacy skills at an intermediate level including a proven ability to utilize and apply Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point as well as specialized software programs and computer applications essential to the learning process e.g. the College’s Learning Management System and ERP.
• Knowledge of information research strategies.
• Must have strong interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to develop effective working relationships with students, staff, and faculty.
• Must successfully complete discipline specific skills test.
• Fluency in a second language may be required.
• Must have ability to travel to other sites as needed.

Preferred Qualifications & Special Considerations: 

• Knowledge of Monmouth County and its communities. 
• Positions are available for both day and evening hours.