Student Worker - Accounting Tutor

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The tutor is responsible for individual and small-group tutoring and study supervision as assigned.

EXPECTED DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

● Meet with students on a one-on-one or small group basis to provide learning assistance

● Provide specialized tutoring in specific, approved subject areas

● Answer students’ questions concerning course content

● Aid students in the comprehension of course material

● Monitor student studying

● Attend tutor training sessions as required by the Coordinator of Student Success.

● Arrive on time and prepare for each assigned session

● Conduct each session in a conscientious, professional manner

● Help students become independent learners

● Maintain schedule on Upswing for individual appointments

● Maintain a practical understanding of how to use AI tools and ethical reasoning to improve critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

● Model appropriate study skills and behavior.

● Complete and return all required paperwork to the LRC Office

● Notify the Coordinator of Student Success of any concerns about students

ACCOUNTING SKILLS:

● Strong understanding of financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, and other related content

● Knowledge of assets, liabilities, equity, expenses, and income (revenue)

● Ability to translate complex accounting topics into understandable terms

● Sufficient in breaking down accounting formulas into easy-to-understand steps

● Experience in QuickBooks, Excel, and other accounting software

QUALIFICATIONS:

● Minimum College CGPA of 3.0

● Grade of A or B in courses for which the student will provide tutoring

● Recommended by a member of the MACU Faculty, a member of the Student Affairs staff, and a MACU student peer

● Excellent oral and written communication skills

● Ability to work with students from varied backgrounds, age groups, and skill levels

● Appropriate level of responsibility, reliability, punctuality, and assertiveness

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

● Preferred continuing student

● Preferred 3rd year/Junior year student

● Preferred Bi/multilingual (Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Italian, etc.). ● Proficient in Microsoft Office; Google Suite proficient; QuickBooks

REQUIRED COURSE COMPLETION (or currently enrolled)

● ACCN2103 - Principles of Financial Accounting

● ACCN2203 - Principles of Managerial Accounting

● ACCN3903 - Intermediate Accounting I

● ACCN3913 - Intermediate Accounting II

● ACCN3933 - Income Tax Accounting I

● ACCN3923 - Cost Accounting

PREFERRED COURSE COMPLETION (or currently enrolled)

● ACCN3953 - Accounting Information Systems

● ACCN3963 - Data Analytics for Accounting

● ACCN4443 - Advanced Financial Accounting

● ACCN4633 - Auditing

● ACCN4623 - Accounting Legal Environment

COMPUTER SKILLS:

● Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Suite

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

● Sitting for extended periods, occasionally standing or walking, and having the ability to lift and carry objects up to a maximum of 20 pounds

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

● Quiet and relaxed atmosphere. Studious people who can contribute to a positive learning environment.