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Part-Time Life Sciences Tutor (TRIO)

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Key Responsibilities

The following is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned.

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Qualifications Strong background in Biology, Anatomy, Medicine, or

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Job Title: Part-Time Life Sciences Tutor (TRIO)
Location: Indianapolis – Downtown Campus
Job Type: Part-time
Compensation: $18.00 per hour
Schedule: Up to 10 hrs. per week for 30 weeks over the course of the academic year
Reports To: Project Director, TRIO Student Support Services

Who We Are:
Ivy Tech is Indiana’s community college and workforce engine, delivering: high-quality learning experiences that propel Indiana’s communities, measurable economic return, excellence in teaching, and industry-aligned credentials of value, empowering every learner to achieve lifelong success.

Our Values:
• Empathy: We lead with care and connectivity, ensuring we meet our students where they are.
• Integrity: We act responsibly and ethically in the best interest of our students, employees, partners, institution, and the State.
• Agility: We move with purpose and adapt to the evolving needs of our students, employers, and the State.
• Impact: We exist to change lives through quality education. Our work strengthens individuals, families, communities, and the future of Indiana.

About the Role:
We’re seeking a motivated and skilled Part-Time Life Sciences Tutor to support students in life science courses and related disciplines. This position involves providing in-person and virtual tutoring in a welcoming, inclusive environment that fosters academic growth. The role includes 1-on-1 tutoring in life sciences courses, leading group tutoring and study sessions, exam review, and TEAS bootcamp. An ideal candidate will have experience with life science education at the high-school and early college level, strong customer service skills and a passion for helping students succeed.

TRIO Student Support Services at Ivy Tech Indianapolis is searching for a part-time tutor in Life Sciences. TRIO SSS is a federally funded program that serves students who are low income, first generation and/or have documented disabilities, to help them persist and succeed in completing their degree.

This position is limited to 10 hours per week for 30 weeks during the 2026–2027 academic year. Availability may include in-person, virtual, and weekend hours based on program and student needs.

Proficiency in life science subjects, e.g. Anatomy and Physiology, Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry
Additional knowledge in nursing-related coursework, mathematics coursework, and physical sciences is a plus

Ability to quickly identify key student concerns and prioritize subject issues
Ability to guide students through complex concepts with patience and clarity
Willingness to dig beneath surface-level questions to address root challenges

Excellent oral and written communication
Strong interpersonal skills to engage effectively with a diverse student population
Capable of maintaining a professional and supportive tone as well as a positive, growth-oriented mindset in all settings

Maintain an inclusive, clean, and student-friendly environment
Promote respect and collaboration among students

Comfortable using Windows PCs, MacBooks, and Chromebooks
Familiar with learning management systems (Canvas, Blackboard), Microsoft and Google Suites, Zoom, email, and chat tools
Experience with virtual instruction tools (Zoom, screen sharing, writing tablet usage) preferred

Accurately track tutoring sessions for outcome reporting
Adhere to academic and privacy standards, including FERPA compliance

Responsibilities

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The following is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

Use established Math and Science Center pedagogy and protocols to tutor students one-on-one in life science courses and science-related courses. Thoroughly document tutoring data.
Sustain high-quality customer service while facilitating back-to-back tutoring sessions
Apply advanced problem-solving skills to troubleshoot and resolve student questions and inquiries.

Requirements

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Strong background in Biology, Anatomy, Medicine, or a related field
Prior tutoring or teaching experience at secondary or post-secondary levels preferred

What We Offer

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✓Opportunity to work on innovative and impactful projects.

✓Collaborate with a team of skilled professionals.

✓Competitive compensation and benefits package.

✓Continuous learning and development opportunities.

✓All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings

✓Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources