Tutor, Academic, Tutoring

Position: Tutor - Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
Job Description:

The Trailblazer Tutor Center utilizes peer-to-peer leadership to provide comprehensive academic support. Their services focus on two primary pillars:

* Executive Functioning & Study

Skills:

Tutors assist students in mastering foundational academic habits, including time management, effective note taking, and test-taking strategies.

* Cognitive & Subject Mastery:
The center provides guidance on critical thinking and problem-solving while offering specialized content tutoring for specific courses the student leaders have already successfully completed.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities for tutors at the Trailblazer Tutor Center are structured around administrative accuracy, professional engagement, and continuous development:

* Administrative & Reporting Duties:

* Documentation:
Maintain accurate, objective, and prompt session logs and attendance records via Navigate
360 (for both appointment-based and drop-in sessions).

* Payroll:
Submit a tutor timesheet for payment every two weeks. These must be submitted by 9:00am on Thursdays following the MCLA Student Payroll Calendar.

* Oversight:
Meet regularly with the Academic Support Coordinator to review session progress and address any concerns.

* Availability:
Provide their availability for tutoring on a regular basis, updating it as needed.

Session Management & Conduct

* Professionalism:
Conduct all tutoring sessions punctually and with a professional demeanor.

* Learning Environment:
Engage with tutees using a judgment-free, positive approach that fosters empathy and supports every student's potential for success.

* Mission Advocacy:
Actively promote the mission of the Trailblazer Tutor Center as a student leader.

Training & Growth

* Certification Training:
Attend all required staff meetings and training sessions, including the mandatory training course on Canvas.

* Periodic Meetings:
Participate in monthly training meetings with the Academic Support coordinator.

Opportunities

Tutors at the Trailblazer Tutor Center receive a base hourly compensation of $15.00/hour while gaining significant professional advantages. Beyond the financial benefits, the role facilitates leadership development and professional growth through exposure to diverse learning styles and the mastery of subject material. Tutors build meaningful relationships with both students and faculty, which often leads to valuable references and recommendations for future careers.

Additionally, the instructional experience gained provides a strong foundation for strengthening resumes and refining essential communication skills.

Requirements:

Qualifications

To become a tutor at the Trailblazer Tutor Center, students must meet specific academic, technical, and professional requirements for the academic year:

Academic Requirements

* GPA:
Applicants must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.

* Course Performance:
Tutors must have earned a grade of B or better in any specific course they intend to tutor.

* Faculty Recommendations:
Candidates are required to be recommended by two faculty members who can vouch for their academic proficiency and character.

Strategy & Technical Skills

* Learning Strategies:
Tutors must demonstrate success in modeling study skills, including time management, effective note taking, and test-taking strategies.

* Technology Proficiency:
Confidence in navigating key academic platforms is essential, specifically:

o Canvas (Learning Management System).

o Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

o Navigate 360 (used for scheduling appointments and student success tracking).

Professionalism & Training

* Communication

Skills:

Tutors are expected to demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills to engage and empathize with peers.

* Certification Training:
Once hired, tutors must complete training through a specialized Canvas course and attend monthly meetings with the coordinator.

Additional Information:

Until further notice, in response to the Presidential proclamation, issued on September 19, 2025, imposing a significant fee on the entry of individuals with new H-1B visas, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. Should you need to request a reasonable accommodation for the application process, please email Brenda Stokes, Executive Director of Human Resources.

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts is deeply committed to fostering a community of excellence, equity, diversity, and inclusion. We provide equal access to educational, co-curricular and employment opportunities for all applicants, students, and employees regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital or parental status, veteran status, or membership in any other legally protected class.

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