Part-Time: Tutor I, Learning Commons

Aims Local College District; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

PERC gym access

Aims Discount

Free parking

PERA benefits

Retirement programs

Job summary

Aims Community College is seeking a writing and study-skills tutor for the Spring 2027 semester, starting January. The role focuses on learner-centered tutoring, boosting students' confidence and success through in-person and remote sessions.

The position is part-time with flexible hours and requires a two-year degree. Strong communication skills and the ability to work with diverse learners are essential; training and documentation duties are included.

Qualifications

• Two-year degree or equivalent (junior level status at a college or university).
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students and staff from diverse backgrounds.
• Interest in professional development and being a life-long learner.
• Grades: Grade of 'A' or 'B' in the subject/content being tutored or documented experience equivalent to a grade of 'A' or 'B' in the subject/content to be tutored.

Responsibilities

• Conducts individual, group and/or drop-in in-person and remote tutoring sessions for assigned courses.
• Approaches tutoring with a learner-centered focus to increase students’ confidence and success.
• Has strong oral and written skills.
• Communicates with tutoring supervisor to ensure effective tutoring methodologies.
• Understands and supports the student‑teacher relationship.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation of tutoring sessions.
• Guides students on how to develop active and independent learning skills.
• Adapts strategies for specific learning differences.
• Attends and participates in regular one‑on‑one and group training sessions.
• Communicates with academic department and supervisor to stay current on best practices in tutoring.
• Able to work with people from diverse backgrounds.
• May attend courses being tutored to promote services or provide support in the classroom.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the tutoring supervisor.
• Adheres to student and staff policies as determined by Aims Community College.

Skills

Tutoring

Communication

Bilingual in Spanish

Education

Two-year degree or equivalent

Job description

Minimum Hourly Rate: $23.06

Benefits

• Part-time employees also receive some benefits depending on the number of hours worked.
• Tuition waiver for employee on Aims courses.
• Access to the PERC (Aims gym) for employee & one guest.
• Aims Discount program.
• Free parking on all campuses.
• PERA employer (see www.copera.org for comprehensive benefits).
• Additional supplemental benefits & retirement programs available.

Job Description

Aims Community College actively supports an environment that embraces the College's Mission, Vision, Values and a culture of innovation and care. The College embraces and seeks to hire individuals who want to be a part of this environment and have the skill sets necessary to be successful in this position. This tutor position focuses on learner-centered support, boosting students' confidence and success. You'll guide students in developing independent learning skills while maintaining effective communication with the Program Coordinator. The role emphasizes maintaining accurate documentation and actively participating in tutor trainings and observations. Additionally, you'll create a learner-centered environment and promote the use of campus resources. Flexibility is expected, and adherence to Aims Community College's student and staff policies is required. Occasional travel may be required. Academic Support & Tutoring is looking for a writing/study skills tutor for a few hours a week for the Spring 2027 semester starting in January.

Job Duties

• Conducts individual, group and/or drop-in in-person and remote tutoring sessions for assigned courses.
• Approaches tutoring with a learner-centered focus to increase students’ confidence and success.
• Has strong oral and written skills.
• Communicates with tutoring supervisor to ensure effective tutoring methodologies.
• Understands and supports the student‑teacher relationship.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation of tutoring sessions.
• Guides students on how to develop active and independent learning skills.
• Adapts strategies for specific learning differences.
• Attends and participates in regular one‑on‑one and group training sessions.
• Communicates with academic department and supervisor to stay current on best practices in tutoring.
• Able to work with people from diverse backgrounds.
• May attend courses being tutored to promote services or provide support in the classroom.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the tutoring supervisor.
• Adheres to student and staff policies as determined by Aims Community College.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two-year degree or its equivalent (junior level status at a college or university).
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students and staff from diverse backgrounds.
• Interest in professional development and being a life-long learner.
• Grades: Grade of 'A' or 'B' in the subject/content being tutored or documented experience equivalent to a grade of 'A' or 'B' in the subject/content to be tutored.

Preferred Qualification

• Bilingual in Spanish.

Required Documents

• Resume Cover Letter (please include subjects you are interested in tutoring).
• Copy of Transcripts.

Application Policy

Per the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, you may redact information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Aims Community College is an equal opportunity employer. Selection will be based solely on merit and will be without discrimination based on age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, or veteran's status. All application materials must be submitted by the closing date posted and become the property of Aims Community College. The screening committee will select finalists for interviews.

Employees in these positions may be asked to participate in temporary assignments lasting less than nine (9) months (such as curriculum development, short term projects, meetings and substitute duties) which could amount to additional temporary pay. Upon hire, all positions at Aims Community College require a criminal background check and may require industry specific screenings such as an MVR, physical and/or drug screen. Keep in mind, a conviction does not automatically preclude candidates from being employed. The nature of a conviction will be considered relative to the duties of the position.

Aims Community College is seeking talented people who are dedicated to helping our students succeed. Aims is a locally governed and funded debt‑free progressive community college based in Greeley, Colorado with three satellite campuses in Fort Lupton, Loveland and Windsor. Aims serves 8,000 students per year, preparing them for success with 200+ degree and certificate programs. Aims staff, faculty and administration work as a team to ensure excellent service and educational standards.

Our student body reflects the growing diversity of our community: 55% of our students identify as white, 36% Hispanic, 2% Asian, 2% African-American, and 2% multiracial. Aims is committed to serving all of our students, including populations that are traditionally underserved in higher education. We welcome applicants who share a commitment to inclusive excellence.