Professional Tutor of Writing and Learning Strategies - PT

Professional Tutor of Writing and Learning Strategies

Director of Learning Services Services

Learning Services

Part-time, 15-18 hours/week

Provide comprehensive writing and learning strategy support to a diverse student population with varied academic needs.

• Assist students across the disciplines throughout all levels of the research and writing process
• Assist students in identifying their individual strengths and skills to make study plans, establish academic goals, and maximize the student's potential
• Collaborate with Success Advisors and as a team member of the Student Success Center (SSC)
• Facilitate academic skill building workshops, presentations, and classroom visits
• Maintain accurate tutoring notes and progress using university software
• Work with students in person and through online platforms
• Guide graduate students towards developing a professional written voice with formal language

• Participate in outreach activities to promote tutoring services and resources
• Assist in the maintenance and evaluation of tutoring materials, surveys, and services
• Perform other duties, responsibilities, or special projects as assigned

• Bachelor of Arts degree in English, Writing or Humanities
• Experience with tutoring via on-line delivery/distance learning strongly preferred
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting inclusiveness and cultural competence; experience working with underrepresented students and students from at-risk backgrounds
• Experience and understanding of current issues and developments in higher education
• Outstanding verbal, writing, and presentation skills; must be able to communicate and interact effectively with Mount Mary students, employees, and alumnae
• Exceptional ability to multitask and prioritize projects

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform primary duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform primary functions.

• Must sit, walk or stand
• Some repetitive motion may be required

• Varying workflow; sometimes stressful with high workload times of the year

Mount Mary University practices equal opportunity employment as part of our ongoing commitment to diversity in our workplace.

Mount Mary University encourages applications from all qualified candidates and is vitally committed to all aspects of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates and all will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ethnicity, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, or any other groups protected by law. Mount Mary seeks to hire and retain personnel who will make a positive contribution to its mission, vision, and values.