Tutor Poulsbo

Tutor Poulsbo – Inside Higher Ed

Join our team as a Tutor at the Poulsbo Campus of Olympic College. Apply now to be considered for this position or to join our applicant pool for future tutoring opportunities.

Salary: $19.50 – $25.96 per hour (dependent on experience)
Classification:
Instruction & Classroom Support Tech 1

Location:

Poulsbo Campus, Olympic College

Reports To:

Director of Tutoring

• Provide academic support to students in non‑STEM subject areas
• Assist students in analyzing assignments and assigned readings
• Help students interpret discipline‑specific problems and situations
• Support students in clarifying critical thinking and communication skills
• Assist students working in an online format
• Perform other related duties as assigned or required

Minimum Qualifications

• Reference from an instructor or professor if currently an Olympic College student
• High school graduate, equivalent, or current Running Start student
• Completed course(s) to be tutored with an average decimal grade of 3.5 or higher
• Basic computer competency

Desired Qualifications for Successful Applicants

• Demonstrate excellence in tutoring subject area
• Follow campus regulations, local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and ordinances
• Work various hours and high‑attendance, high‑volume study centers
• Exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills
• Show strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish effective working relationships
• Be adaptable, flexible, and possess excellent customer service skills
• Appreciate diversity and demonstrate cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Understand and commit to Olympic College mission, vision, and values
• Uphold ethics, integrity, and sound professional judgment

Hourly employees must work 480 hours in a rolling six‑month period to become eligible for health benefits. Hourly employees must work 70 hours in any five months for two consecutive years to become eligible for retirement. This position is scheduled for up to 18 hours per week. It is an hourly position with optional benefits after eligibility.

Benefits that may become available include a Deferred Compensation Program (DRS), TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, sick leave, paid holidays, Aflac, space‑available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reduced rate, and priority consideration for on‑site childcare.

• Background check, including criminal record history, will be conducted prior to hire.
• Candidate must complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required by WB HB 2327.
• Employee must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance of the campus.
• Frequent travel to Olympic College campuses or other sites may occur.

To be considered, candidates must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following:

• Olympic College online application
• Resume
• Cover letter describing how your experience qualifies you for this position
• Unofficial college transcripts (official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications required upon hire)
• EEO statement

Olympic College provides reasonable accommodations for qualified employees and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. Accommodation inquiries can be sent to HRticket.