Part-Time Writing Tutor

Kentucky Community and Technical College System; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Southcentral KY Community & Technical College is seeking a Part-Time Writing Tutor to support students in developing writing skills across subjects. This on-site role offers 10-20 hours weekly and involves one-on-one or small group tutoring, in-person or virtual, to reinforce writing strategies and confidence.

Reporting to the Tutor Coordinator, you will participate in trainings, log appointments, and engage in outreach to promote student success.

Qualifications

• Must have high grades in ENG 101 and ENG 102.
• Must have completed 12+ college credits with a 3.0+ GPA.
• Strong writing skills and reliability for tutoring sessions.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and small group tutoring in writing.
• Help students plan, draft, revise, and edit assignments.
• Tutor on-site or virtually; maintain welcoming environment.
• Attend trainings and log tutoring appointments in Starfish; assist with outreach.

Skills

Patience

Kindness

Dependability

Help others

Explain writing clearly

Student growth encouragement

Interpersonal communication

Organization skills

Time management

Proficiency with PeopleSoft

Proficiency with Blackboard

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Microsoft Teams

Starfish

Professional conduct

Education

ENG 101 and ENG 102 A/B grades

12+ college credits completed

GPA 3.0 or higher

Tools

PeopleSoft

Blackboard

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Microsoft Teams

Starfish

Job description

Title: Part-Time Writing Tutor

Salary Range: $15 per hour

Contract Term Length: Not Applicable

Standard Hours: 10 - 20 hours/wk

Work Location: On-Site

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

College: Southcentral KY Community & Technical College

Campus Location: Southcentral Kentucky CTC

Department: Academic Services

Job Summary

The Learning Commons is seeking a Writing Tutor to assist students in developing their writing skills across various subjects.

Job Duties

Writing tutors help students strengthen their writing skills, build academic confidence, and develop strategies for planning, drafting, revising, and editing assignments. They provide one-on-one and small group tutoring in person or virtually while creating a welcoming environment where students feel supported and encouraged. This position reports to the Tutor Coordinator and provides tutoring support through the Learning Commons. Writing tutors meet with students one-on-one or in small groups in person or virtually. Additional responsibilities include attending trainings, logging tutoring appointments in Starfish, maintaining communication with staff, participating in program feedback and meetings, and completing weekly outreach and intervention efforts to support student engagement and success.

Minimum Qualifications

• Grade of an A or B in ENG 101 and ENG 102.
• Successful completion of 12+ college credits at an accredited college.
• Overall college GPA 3.0 or above.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working toward an associate or bachelor’s degree.
• Successful completion of 12+ credits of SKYCTC college courses.
• Two professional references, at least one of whom is a faculty member who teaches English, writing, or a writing-intensive course at SKYCTC.
• Strong writing skills, including grammar, organization, development, source use, and revision.
• Ability to tutor in additional subjects such as reading, study skills, communication, humanities, social sciences, or other general education courses is preferred.

Additional Skills Requested

• Patience, kindness, dependability, and a strong interest in helping others.
• Demonstrated ability to explain writing concepts clearly and encourage student growth.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Maintain competence in writing support by reviewing assignment expectations, writing resources, and course materials.
• Proficiency with computer programs, including PeopleSoft, Blackboard, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Microsoft Teams, and Starfish.
• Behave professionally with colleagues, students, faculty, and staff

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Advertised: 22 Jul 2026