Tutor – Writing Drop-in, Part Time

Category:
Part Time

Final date to receive applications:
This position is open until filled.

Department:
Academic Services

Contact Allison Dorsey - adorsey3

Salary

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Grade: N/A (hourly rate for Tutor based on Degree)

7/1/26 – Tutor Scale
Degree
Hourly Rate

(same rate as peer tutor)

AS $16.21BS*$20.85MS*$23.17
Lead – Minimum BS Degree (+10%)BS*$22.94MS or PHD*$25.49
Dually Enrolled-Assistant Tutor
$15.00

Note:

BS or MS Degree must be in the field that is being tutored, otherwise pay rate will be at AS level.
Transcript must be sent with Hourly Hire Request Form to confirm pay rate.

Drop-in writing tutors perform tutoring for a range of college classes in all fields in an ever-changing and sometimes demanding environment (online and face-to-face), all one-on-one with a potential waitlist. Candidates must be comfortable with MLA, APA, and Chicago Manual of style. This position reports to the Coordinator, Academic Services and Writing Tutor.

• Help tutees develop study skills and acclimate to college level coursework
• Writing tutors meet with students or read submitted papers in order to aid in revision and understanding of assignments. The position has drop-in and email inbox duties
• Drop-in Writing tutors will maintain and operate the Writing Tutoring forum in Microsoft Teams and meet with students through video chat to discuss papers. Email inbox duties involve annotating assignment drafts in Microsoft Office programs as well as answering email questions
• Communicate subject matter to tutees in a concise and effective manner
• Navigate learning obstacles by understanding learning styles and integrating effective study and learning strategies for academic success
• Develop independent learning by promoting appropriate learning attitudes and behaviors
• Monitor student understanding and require tutees to participate in sessions
• Maintain academic integrity by not doing a tutees homework or take-home quizzes/exams
• Maintain consistent weekly availability in the Academic Center
• Submit accurate timesheets and all session-related paperwork in a timely manner
• Maintain excellent responsibility, reliability, punctuality, and professional behavior
• Attend trainings, participate in professional development as required, and develop a good understanding of college services, support, and online resources
• Create a welcoming and positive environment that is sensitive to student diversity
• Potentially greet visitors, students, faculty, and staff; perform reception desk duties
• Demonstrate above-average creative problem-solving, critical thinking, patience, and decision-making skills
• Maintain tutor-student confidentiality; uphold college and Academic Center’s mission statements; handle confidential information in compliance with FERPA and Title IX.
• Use small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems
• Use computers for word processing
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Associate, bachelor’s, or master’s degree in related field
• Extensive coursework in the subject area to be tutored
• Working knowledge of MLA and APA styles
• Proficiency with Teams, Outlook, Microsoft Word and Power Point
• Must be available for weekend hours
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Must be positive, cooperative, and supportive

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in English or related field
• Experience in educational environment

This work is normally sedentary which requires exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required:

• Hear/talk/communicate – Must be able to exchange…