About the role#
The Surgical Technology Tutoring Assistant supports students in the first-year program and specific second-year courses, including SUR 210 and SUR 254. This role focuses on helping students master course material and prepare for exams. This is a part-time, on-site position based in Champaign, Illinois, with a maximum of 19 hours per week.
What you'll do#
- Lead group and one-on-one study sessions.
- Work with the lead instructor to determine instructional topics, scheduling, and locations.
- Retrieve study materials from the Cobra system or in print.
- Follow specific parameters for instruction and assistance as defined by the lead instructor.
- Implement instructional accommodations when required.
- Keep an accurate log of student participation.
- Maintain student confidentiality in accordance with FERPA regulations.
- Perform other assigned duties as needed.
What you'll need#
- Graduation from an accredited surgical technology program.
- Current NBSTSA certification.
- Experience with various teaching strategies and the ability to work flexibly with students from different backgrounds.
- Understanding of FERPA and student privacy requirements.
- Completion of a post-offer criminal background check, including fingerprinting.
- Status as a non-SURS annuitant or willingness to suspend a SURS annuity upon employment (excluding SMP or lump-sum recipients).
Location & details#
- Location: Champaign, Illinois.
- Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Part-time, up to 19 hours per week.
- Term: Rolling.
About Parkland College
Parkland College is a community college based in Champaign, Illinois. Founded in 1966, the institution provides over 100 associate-degree and certificate programs. It serves students pursuing technical careers or transfers to four-year universities. The college maintains a significant presence in the region with multiple local facilities.
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