Academic Skills Tutor & Learning Assistant

Moraine Valley Community College; Palos Hills (IL); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Moraine Valley Community College is seeking a Tutor/Learning Assistant for the Academic Skills Center at the Main Campus. The role supports students with their academic work, fosters clear communication, and assists instructors within a collaborative environment.

Work hours align with Fall/Spring limits (up to 20 hours/week) and Summer (up to 25 hours/week). Requires enrollment in 6+ credit hours during fall/spring and 3+ during summer, with a GPA of 2.0+.

Qualifications

• Effective and clear verbal and written communication.
• Critical thinking to solve problems and make decisions.
• Teamwork and relationship building within the department.
• Current technology skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, Email.
• Dependability, strong work habits, time management, independence.
• Open to inclusive and respectful interactions with all people.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic assistance and support to students.
• Assist instructors and maintain confidentiality.
• Communicate clearly with students and staff.
• Demonstrate good judgment and professionalism.
• Support the Learning Assistants Program in classrooms.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Teamwork

IT literacy

Time management

Confidentiality

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Moraine Valley Community College is seeking a Tutor/Learning Assistant for the Academic Skills Center at the Main Campus. The role supports students with their academic work, fosters clear communication, and assists instructors within a collaborative environment.

Work hours align with Fall/Spring limits (up to 20 hours/week) and Summer (up to 25 hours/week). Requires enrollment in 6+ credit hours during fall/spring and 3+ during summer, with a GPA of 2.0+.