Laker Learning Commons Tutor Job Coos Bay area,Oregon USA,Education / Teaching

Position: Laker Learning Commons Tutor - 2026-2027

Provide individual and small group tutoring to students in the Tutoring Center and other various locations around campus as needed. Assist students in improving academic achievement by meeting with them on a regular basis to clarify learning problems and work on study skills. Provide class notes to students who qualify for accessibility services. Other assistance might include reviewing class material, discussing the text, predicting test questions, formulating ideas for papers, or working on solutions to problems.

Tutoring is a supplement to classroom teaching. Tutors are not expected to know everything about the subject for which they tutor.

Program Information

Personal tutoring services are part of the Southwestern tutoring program, which is internationally certified by the College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA). Tutors may earn up to three certifications (Initial, Advanced, and Master) by completing tutor training and tutoring hours. All tutors who wish to work for Southwestern are required to complete tutor training.

Responsibilities

Tutor students in approved subjects.

Support and encourage independent learning by applying training and following expected procedures.

Coordinate meetings and schedules with tutees as appropriate.

Serve as a resource for other tutors in the same academic subject.

Complete required Tutor Training courses (ED 136, 137, and 138) during the first year of tutoring. Training courses are offered at no cost and students will earn one credit for each course completed.

Complete and hand in all required paperwork following CRLA guidelines.

Be punctual for all scheduled tutoring sessions.

Conduct oneself as a representative of the College in a responsible, dependable, honest, and mature manner.

Complete FERPA training within the first quarter and adhere to guidelines.

Note‑Taking Responsibilities

Take complete and accurate notes for assigned classes. Note takers observe and record the class, but do not participate in class discussion or other activities.

Be punctual for all scheduled classes as assigned for note taking.

Maintain confidentiality of student records.

Office/Clerical Work (10% of Time)

Answer phone calls and emails regarding tutoring program information. Direct and inform walk‑in traffic.

Maintain a clean workspace including front desk area, lounge spaces, tables, study rooms, and computer stations.

Assist students with signing in/out of the Tutoring Center.

Stock supplies and maintain supply inventory of the Tutoring Center.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent, plus earned college credits. Must have earned an "A" or "B" grade in the desired tutoring subject and receive a recommendation from an instructor. Additionally, tutors must maintain a cumulative 3.0 GPA.

Additional Position Details

Job Title:

Laker Learning Commons Tutor;

Location:

Coos Bay Campus; FTE:
Up to 0.5;
Organization:
Southwestern Oregon Community College;
Pay Level: Minimum Wage;
Exemption Status:
Non‑exempt;
Classification:
Temporary/Student;

Reports To:

Director of Adult & Pre‑College Education and Tutoring;
Object Class:
Temporary/Student
.

Interview Dates

Interviews for this position will begin June 2026. The position is open until filled for the 2026‑2027 Academic Year (Sept 2026).

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