Tutor - Escanaba 2026-2027

Job Summary/Basic Function

Tutors provide academic support to students by meeting with them to clarify course content, enhance comprehension, and strengthen study and learning strategies. Responsibilities may include reviewing instructional materials, discussing textbook concepts, anticipating potential examination questions, assisting with idea development for written assignments, and guiding students through problem-solving processes. Tutoring services are intended to supplement, not replace, classroom instruction and faculty teaching.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as a Bay College student at the time of employment.
• Demonstrated mastery of the subject area to be tutored, typically evidenced by earning a grade of B or higher and/or receiving a strong instructor recommendation.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to use video conferencing platforms such as Zoom and Teams.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse educational, cultural, and social backgrounds.
• Demonstrated reliability, responsibility, and punctuality.
• Basic computer proficiency, including the ability to use Outlook Email, Outlook Calendar and Microsoft Forms.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and/or prior experience in a tutoring or academic support role.
• Understanding of the academic needs and support requirements of community college students.
• Ability to adapt to changing tasks, priorities, and work environments.
• Ability to exercise courtesy, tact, and discretion when interacting with students and community members.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and respect for individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to use sound judgment and discretion when responding to common inquiries or student concerns.

Preferred Qualifications

• N/A

Department Information

• Contact(s): Beth Berube, Director of Human Resources; Shena Turan, Human Resources Specialist
• Contact Phone/Extension: 906-217-4016
• Contact Email: [email protected]
• Contact Fax: 906-217-1625