Professional Writing Tutor - Stone Writing Center Pool

This is a CONTINUOUS recruitment for an applicant POOL to fill part-time assignments on an as-needed basis. Departments or Divisions will refer to the POOL of applications on file to fill temporary assignments as the need arises. You will be contacted by the hiring manager should the department/division be interested in scheduling an interview. AN APPLICATION IS VALID FOR ONE YEAR, AT WHICH TIME APPLICANTS WISHING TO REMAIN IN THE POOL MUST REAPPLY AND UPDATE THEIR INFORMATION.

Posting Number

Posting Number PT23

Job Title

Job Title PROFESSIONAL WRITING TUTOR - STONE WRITING CENTER POOL

Department

Department Stone Writing Center

Position Type

Position Type Non-Exempt

Employment Status

Employment Status Part-Time

Open Date

Open Date 11/10/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled No

The purpose of this position is to tutor writers of all levels and disciplines, individually and in small groups, in a variety of writing assignments and projects in face-to-face and online environments.

Professional writing tutors design digital and print instructional resources and create and facilitate interactive workshops.

Tutors also contribute to Stone Writing Center’s social media platforms (e.g., Twitter, Facebook and blog). Tutors will help supervise Students Assistants.

This position requires on-campus hours and/or online, remote hours as assigned to meet students’ needs.

Level II (PSTWCEMPTH
18) – Bachelor’s Degree in English or related field.
Level III (PSTWCEMPTH
20)– Bachelor’s Degree in English or related field
One (1) year teaching or tutoring experience at college level
One (1) year supervisory experience
Knowledge of learning management systems
One (1) year working at Del Mar College

Solid academic standing and strong writing abilities.
Strong commitment to helping other students become more effective writers.
Experience working with students from different cultural backgrounds, with students of all levels of ability, or with students who have special disabilities.
Knowledge of documentation styles, including MLA and APA .
Effective communication and interpersonal skills with students, faculty, and staff.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word.
Advanced communication skills to articulate appropriate suggestions for writing improvement.
Knowledge of learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard, etc.).
Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.

• One year teaching or tutoring experience.
• One year of supervisory experience.
• Experience with social media such as Twitter and blogs.
• Experience with online tutoring or teaching.
• Knowledge of learning management systems (preferably Canvas).
• Experience using mobile devices in educational settings.
• Ability to work independently and to take initiative in fulfilling responsibilities

• Master’s degree in English or closely-related field
• Experience with social media such as Twitter and blogs
• Experience with online tutoring or teaching
• Knowledge of Canvas
• Experience using mobile devices in educational settings
• Ability to work independently and to take initiative in fulfilling responsibilities

This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws requiring verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel, extend, or otherwise modify…