First Term Experience and Tutoring Services
Student Affairs
Non-Exempt, Contingent 1, Part-Time, Pay Grade Stateside Contingent 1
Location: Online/Remote
University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) seeks a part-time Statistics and Excel Tutor to provide online tutoring support to undergraduate and graduate students. Tutoring is offered in a variety of ways, including visual conferencing via Zoom sessions, which students can attend, and real-time audio and live chat sessions using the Tutor.com platform, which students can access from their classrooms.
COURSES TO BE SUPPORTED UNDER THIS POSITION:
STAT 200 | CBR 600 | DCL 600 | PRO 600 | DBA 600 | DBA 810 | PSYC 300 | DATA 200 | DATA 220
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE UMGC STATISTICS TUTOR INCLUDE:
Provide support as a statistics and Excel tutor to undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in UMGC courses
Respond to students’ questions and concerns related to statistics courses and their assigned readings, projects, or homework assignments
Provide group tutoring sessions via Zoom to explain key concepts and models related to statistics and Microsoft Excel and answer common questions
Provide clarifications, examples, and tutorials that support the student in developing a problem-solving strategy and authentic learning
Collaborate with the senior manager of subject tutoring services and other statistics tutors to coordinate group sessions, one-on-one sessions, and do other related administrative tasks.
Be available a minimum of ten hours each week and a maximum of nineteen hours per week
Create supplemental material for students
Promote a professional, respectful, and safe online learning environment
Work more closely with English language learners
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE:
Master’s degree in statistics or a related field
In-depth knowledge in statistics, inferential statistics, and business statistics
In-depth knowledge in Microsoft Excel to help students learn how to use the software
Good organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills in English
Ability to work closely with students to ensure student success
PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Background in teaching, tutoring, and/or other type of learning support experience initiatives is highly considered but not required
Professional background in statistics
Experience or familiarity with using Excel for statistical analysis
Familiarity with TI 83/84 graphing calculator, and StatCrunch
WHO WE ARE AND WHO WE SERVE
UMGC—one of 11 degree-granting institutions in the University System of Maryland (USM)—is a mission-driven institution with seven core values that guide us in all we do. At the top of the list is "Students First," and we strive to do just that for our 90,000 students at home and abroad. From its start in 1947, UMGC has demonstrated its commitment to adult learners. We recognize that adult students need flexibility and options. UMGC is proud to be a global, 24-hour, institution of higher learning.
The typical UMGC student is an adult learner juggling a career, family, and other priorities. Roughly 80% work full time, half are parents, and half are minority students. They are continuing their education to better themselves, their families, and their professional opportunities. UMGC is also a leading higher education provider to the U.S. military, enrolling 55,000 active-duty service members, reservists, National Guard members, veterans, and family members annually. We are proud of our military heritage and are committed to this service.
POSITION AVAILABLE AND WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED
All submissions should include a cover letter and a résumé.
University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. UMUG is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, ancestry, political affiliation or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
All submissions should include a cover letter and resume.
The University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. UMGC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, ancestry, political affiliation or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Workplace Accommodations:
The University of Maryland Global Campus Global Campus (UMGC) is committed to creating and maintaining a welcoming and inclusive working environment for people of all abilities. UMGC is dedicated to the principle that no qualified individual with a disability shall, based on disability, be excluded from participation in or be denied the benefits of the services, programs, or activities of the University, or be subjected to discrimination. For information about UMGC’s Reasonable Workplace Accommodation Policy or to request an accommodation, applicants/candidates can contact Employee Accommodations via email at employee-accommodations@umgc.edu.
Benefits Package Highlights:
Hiring Rate:
$22.00
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