Academic Tutor, Writing and Study Skills Center, UC Blue Ash College

About UC Blue Ash

The University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College (UCBA) is one of the largest regional colleges in Ohio, located fifteen miles north of the uptown campus on 135 acres in a park-like setting. UCBA offers primarily associate degrees in career and transition programs, general education courses, and technical baccalaureate degrees to approximately 5,100 students. The college values excellent teaching, personalized student support, and the wide-ranging experiences and perspectives of its community. UCBA is a recipient of the Cincinnati Business Courier 2021 Best Places to Work award and, in 2025, was named an “Opportunity College” by the American Council on Education and Carnegie Foundation for advancing student success.

About the Role

The Writing and Study Skills Center (WSSC) offers UCBA students support with writing, reading, study skills, and student success strategies. Reporting to the WSSC Program Manager, the Academic Tutor supports student learning in writing and study skills from a holistic, student-success oriented perspective. Tutors work with students from all disciplines through individualized one-on-one or small group sessions delivered in person or online, fostering an environment of continuous improvement and excellence in an open-access college.

This is a benefits-eligible, part-time position with a full-time equivalency (FTE) of 80%. Average weekly hours are greater during Fall and Spring semesters (approximately 32–38 hours per week) and reduced during summer semester (approximately 28 hours per week) for a total of 1,664 hours per year. The schedule may require evening hours and occasional weekend work at conferences, orientations, and open houses. The position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. A hybrid work schedule is available with the option for two remote working days per week during summer terms only. Residence must be within the Cincinnati Tri-State area (OH/IN/KY) with reasonable distance to campus to report as required; remote work arrangements are subject to change per university policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized, tailored tutoring.
• Guide students who need additional help with designated subject area classwork.
• Collaborate with faculty to provide supplemental instruction to students seeking assistance.
• Help students develop study plans and strategies.
• Participate in staff professional development.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in English or a related discipline.
• One (1) year of teaching or tutoring related experience OR one (1) year of relevant professional experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in English, Creative Writing, Reading, or a related field.
• Experience teaching or tutoring one or more of the following: English as a Second Language, reading, writing, study skills, and student success strategies.
• Willingness to be trained to tutor in relevant areas of support, including writing, study skills, and English as a second language.
• Experience in developmental learning and working with first-generation and underprepared students.
• Higher education experience.

Work Environment

Office environment; no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Pay

Hourly rate: $20.00 to $20.72, dependent on the candidate's experience.

Benefits

• Comprehensive tuition remission for employee and eligible dependents, covering nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Robust retirement plans: choice between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of salary based on position (no Social Security contribution except Medicare).
• Generous time-off policy: vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days), and 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents.
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription).
• Flexible spending accounts and wellness programs.
• Professional development and mentorship opportunities.

Schedule

• Part-time, 80% FTE (1,664 hours per year).
• Fall/Spring semesters: approximately 32–38 hours per week.
• Summer semester: approximately 28 hours per week.
• May require evening hours and occasional weekend work for events.
• Hybrid option: up to two remote days per week during summer terms only (subject to university policy).
• Must reside within Cincinnati Tri-State area (OH/IN/KY) with reasonable commuting distance to campus.