Academic Tutor

Job Summary

The Academic Tutor provides subject-specific support to individual students or small groups to enhance their understanding of course material. The tutor must be able to adapt instructional methods to meet the unique learning needs of each student.

Essential Job Functions

• Provide one-on-one or small-group tutoring to support student learning.
• Aid students with assignments and presentations.
• Use a variety of teaching strategies to meet student needs.
• Keep records of tutoring sessions and student progress.
• Attend mandatory tutor orientation each semester.
• Identify student academic needs and suggest strategies to improve learning.
• Maintain a safe, supportive environment.
• Motivate and encourage students through positive feedback.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and students.

EQUIPMENT

• Perform tasks using personal computers and peripheral devices.
• Operate and maintain (if applicable) office equipment such as photocopiers, printers, and scanners to support daily workflow.

Knowledge, Skills And Responsibilities

• Use Google Suite and Microsoft Office; Banner experience preferred.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.

Special Instructions to Applicants

• To be considered for a position at Cleveland State, you must complete an online application.
• Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated solely based on the information provided in your application.
• Any work experience not included will not be considered for meeting the minimum requirements or determining compensation for the position.

Job Standards/Qualifications

• High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Diploma.
• Diploma in progress is permissible.
• Must have earned a grade of A or B in the relevant course being tutored.
• Must be a current college student (college or university).
• Must be available to work a minimum of 4 hours per week.
• Valid driver’s license.

Job Location

This is an on-site position with the primary workplace in the Tutoring and Learning Center located in the Library Building at Cleveland State Community College in Cleveland, Tennessee.