Peer Tutors; CAPS Job Holyoke area,Massachusetts USA,Education / Teaching

Position: Peer Tutors (CAPS)

Tutor Positions at Holyoke Community College

Under the supervision of the Director of the Center for Academic Program Support (CAPS), a tutor supports HCC students in high-risk courses through weekly study sessions. CAPS is seeking three peer tutors, one in each of the following areas:

Writing
Math
Psychology (PSY-142 and PSY-200. Additionally preferred PSY-222)

Orientation and training are provided. On-the-job assistance and resources are available regularly. Employment dates:
August 24, 2026 through December 18, 2026.

Responsibilities include:

Understanding the course content and engaging students in active learning.

Helping students interpret course content by breaking down complex concepts.

Modeling or teaching study skills, time management, note-taking, and test-taking.

Working with students on a one-to-one or small-group basis to provide individualized attention.

Understanding a student's learning style and adapting the tutoring session accordingly.

Helping students become independent learners.

Assisting in record keeping by keeping track of the student's progress.

Becoming proficient in the software used for instruction.

Helping students integrate information technology within the given area.

Assisting the Assistive Technology Center to help students with disabilities.

Being able to identify and use resources to support student learning.

Attending scheduled meetings or workshops to stay up-to-date on best practices in tutoring.

Communicating with the instructor if needed to review tutorial services.

Communicating with other resources for assistance.

Exploring online tutoring as a resource to support student learning.

Other duties as assigned.

Required:

Part-time, non-benefited position (up to 18.5 hrs./week)
Peer I $15.00 per hour
High School Diploma or equivalency, no degree; one (1) to two (2) semesters as a college student; ability to work well with a diverse student population; good communication and interpersonal skills.
Peer II $17.00 per hour
Associate's degree; ability to work well with a diverse student population; good communication and interpersonal skills.

General Posting Notice:
This posting is intended to establish a pool of qualified candidates for potential future openings. While there may not be an immediate vacancy at the time of application, candidates who meet the qualifications may be considered for current or future opportunities as they become available.

Disability Accommodations:

Holyoke Community College is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities and will ensure the availability of reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the Office of People and Talent at .

Background Check:

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion and review of a background check which will include CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) and SORI (Sex Offender Registry Information).
All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. HCC is not sponsoring H1B Visa.

Holyoke Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies.

The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action and/or Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.