FT Writing Lab Tutor

Cochise College; Sierra Vista (AZ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Cochise College in Sierra Vista, AZ is seeking a Writing Lab Tutor to support students with essays, critical reading, research methods, and overall writing development in accordance with the college's mission.

The 11-month role involves tutoring individuals or groups, guiding students through drafting and revision, and coordinating with the Writing Lab Supervisor and peer tutors to maintain high standards of writing support.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution.
• Three years full-time, professional tutoring experience, preferably in a higher education setting.
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Tutors students individually or in scheduled group study sessions; providing writing assistance for a broad range of academic activities: essays, creative endeavors, research papers, and other assigned written work; may include reviewing class material and reading and discussing texts
• Provides student support at all stages in the writing process from formulating ideas to revising; assists students with all levels of writing competency, including but not limited to, topic organization, outlining, grammar, punctuation, and style
• Assists the Writing Lab Supervisor with peer tutor training, scheduling, and tutee workshops; collaborates with professional, senior, and peer tutors to maintain the integrity of the Tutoring and Writing Lab; participates in assessment of the center
• Participates in college-wide meetings, committees, training and events as required
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Skills

Tutoring

Writing assistance

Student guidance

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Associate’s degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary

The Writing Lab Tutor is responsible for providing tutoring services, guiding students and assisting them with a range of academic activities, including essay writing, critical reading, research methods, problem solving, test preparation and homework and for facilitating student learning and understanding in accordance with the philosophy and mission of the college.

Essential Functions

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.

This is an 11-month position.

Note: This job posting is open until filled. Applications are reviewed upon receipt.

Marketing Statement

Cochise College serves the residents of Cochise County from two campuses and four centers throughout Southern Arizona with panoramic views of five different mountain ranges. The college has been recognized nationally for its cost, return on investment, and high success rate; providing over 90 general and technical education programs leading to a variety of workforce certificates and associate degrees. The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI).

Duties and Responsibilities

• Tutors students individually or in scheduled group study sessions; providing writing assistance for a broad range of academic activities: essays, creative endeavors, research papers, and other assigned written work; may include reviewing class material and reading and discussing texts


• Provides student support at all stages in the writing process from formulating ideas to revising; assists students with all levels of writing competency, including but not limited to, topic organization, outlining, grammar, punctuation, and style


• Assists the Writing Lab Supervisor with peer tutor training, scheduling, and tutee workshops; collaborates with professional, senior, and peer tutors to maintain the integrity of the Tutoring and Writing Lab; participates in assessment of the center


• Participates in college-wide meetings, committees, training and events as required


• Performs other related duties as assigned

General Expectations

Employees are expected to accomplish assigned duties in an efficient, effective and competent manner and to strive for improvement and excellence in all work performed. Additionally, employees must understand the comprehensive role of the community college and cooperate and work harmoniously with students, faculty and staff, and the public. Employees will follow all college policies, rules, regulations and guidelines as they relate to this position.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Associate’s degree in a related field, from an institution accredited by an institutional accrediting body of higher learning recognized by the US Department of Education.


• Three years full-time, professional tutoring experience, preferably in a higher education setting


• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of and ability to follow college policies and procedures


• Knowledge of current technologies and word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software, specifically Microsoft Office applications


• Knowledge of tutoring processes and methods


• Skill in listening to issues, synthesizing information and reaching sound conclusions


• Skill in dealing effectively with upset or anxious students


• Skill in presenting ideas and concepts orally and in writing


• Ability to assess and understand learning styles


• Ability to relate to a diverse population and to maintain composure when faced with difficult situations


• Ability to organize, prioritize, and follow multiple tasks through to completion with an attention to detail


• Ability to work independently while contributing to team environment


• Ability to analyze problems, identify solutions and take appropriate action, resolve problems using independent judgment and decision-making processes


• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, other department staff, students and the public

Work Environment

Work is primarily performed under general supervision in an office setting with appropriate climate controls. Travel, early morning, evening, and weekend work may be required.

Physical Requirements

Essential functions of this position require: lifting, ability to communicate.

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body; involves sitting majority of time; walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Mental Application: Utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability and creative problem-solving skills are important.

Reports To

Writing Lab Supervisor