Tutor - Writing - Part Time

About the role

The part time English Tutor at Malcolm X College bridges the gap between the college and the needs of the student. This position helps students make academic progress, while promoting independent learning and self-reliance.

Responsibilities

• Provides academic assistance to assigned tutees, either in a group or individually.
• Establishes liaison with the instructor and works under the instructor’s direction to assist the student.
• Attends periodic training sessions given by staff members to increase competency in working with students.
• Maintains records on each student who is being tutored, including follow-up and periodic assessment.
• Schedules tutoring appointments.
• Provides evaluations and other reports as required by staff.
• Helps students develop positive attitudes toward learning and studying and helps students develop a high level of motivation in academic areas.
• Aids students in achieving a better understanding of specific subject material and in improving academic capabilities in designated areas.
• Helps students develop the study skills necessary for academic success.
• Establishes and maintains rapport with the assigned students.
• Affords assistance in designing and implementing class cooperative projects.

Requirements

• Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree or higher in the Creative Writing, English or Related Field.
• Consideration will be given to candidates who do not have a Bachelors degree but possess technical certification(s) necessary for the subject being tutored.
• Possess excellent communication skills, and the ability to work with a diverse student body.
• Must be self-directed and able to complete assignments in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree or higher in the Creative Writing, English or Related Field.
• Technical certification(s) necessary for the subject being tutored may be considered.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work with a diverse student body.
• Self-directed and able to complete assignments in a timely manner.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work with a diverse student body.
• Self-directed and able to complete assignments in a timely manner.

Benefits

Malcolm X College has been named a 2024 Most Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges award winner! NISOD joins Diverse: Issues in Higher Education in recognizing Malcolm X College’s best-in-class student and staff recruitment and retention practices, inclusive learning and working environments, and meaningful community service and engagement opportunities.

Pay

TBD

Schedule

TBD

Additional Information

This position is represented by the Local 1600 union. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.