The Mathematics Department houses courses such as Math Measurements & Literacy, Algebra/Trigonometry, Statistics, Precalculus Algebra/ Trigonometry, Calculus, Linear Algebra and Differential Equation, Quantitative Literacy.
Volunteer Opportunity:
Volunteers in this position support the Math Department by providing individual tutoring to assigned students that are not able to utilize the Academic Learning Center or require more intensive individual tutoring. Assignments are determined by the Dean of Mathematics.
Volunteer Responsibilities:
* Provide tutoring to assigned students in mathematics (100 and 200 course series).
* Coordinate with the classroom instructor to ensure student needs and goals are being met.
* Develop tutoring approaches to the needs of individual students.
* Providing support to students without doing the work for the student.
* Training (by supervisor) and Tutoring (of students) will take place on the campus of A-B Tech Community College or via a virtual program.
Requirements:
* An application, background check and orientation/brief training are required before starting this position.
* Must be able to commute to A-B Tech in Asheville NC. This position is in-person.
* Must have a social security number, be over the age of 18. This position is not eligible for community service.
Skills Required:
* Proficient in College level Mathematics. Course material is equivalent to 1st and 2nd year University Math classes.
* Prior experience in Math tutoring or professional use preferred.
* Patience and kindness.
* Able to accept direction and suggestions from the classroom instructor.
* Accepting each student and encouraging the best from them and comfortable working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Specific Competencies:
* At least a Bachelors in related Math field or relative work/professional Math experience
Times:
To be determined student and volunteer.
Location:
Tutoring will take place via online option or in person at A-B Tech Community College, 340 Victoria Road, Asheville NC 28801.
All Volunteers are required to maintain a professional relationship with students, staff, and peers, modeling professional interaction and adhere to academic integrity, and privacy guidelines. Volunteers are to model behavior that respects the rights of all people and protects others from abuse by assisting in the creation of an environment free from fear, harassment, gender and racism discrimination or exploitation.
About A-B Tech:
Founded in 1959 in the heart of Asheville, A-B Tech is the largest higher education institution in Western North Carolina, serving approximately 23,000 students a year in Buncombe and Madison counties. One of 58 community colleges in the NC Community College System, A-B Tech offers 190 degrees, diplomas, and certificates, as well as a wide range of workforce training and continuing education programs. A-B Tech includes the main Asheville campus, A-B Tech Enka (home of the A-B Tech Small Business Center and Business Incubation Program, Craft Beverage Institute of the Southeast and N.C. BioNetwork), A-B Tech Madison, A-B Tech Woodfin, the Goodwill Center and the ABCCM Transformation Village in West Asheville, and a future location at Biltmore Park West. Learn more at abtech.edu. To learn more about our volunteering program visit www.abtech.edu/volunteer.
340 Victoria Road, Asheville, NC 28801, US
Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College inspires, nurtures, and empowers students and the community toward a better quality of life through progressive teaching, bold innovation, and supportive collaboration.
Volunteers are a vital part of achieving our mission of student success while delivering quality education to enhance academic, workforce, and personal development. Volunteers from all backgrounds serve in various capacities across all our campuses, from administrative support to tutoring.
Learn more about A-B Tech at https://abtech.edu/
A-B Tech Community College340 Victoria Rd.Asheville, NC 28801
August 20, 2024
