Professional Tutor

Columbia College of Missouri; Columbia Township (MO); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Columbia College’s Stafford Learning Commons seeks a Professional Tutor to support students in STEM and/or writing. This role provides individualized and small-group tutoring, helping learners strengthen knowledge, study strategies, and confidence in an inclusive environment.

Hybrid work arrangements apply, with anticipated scheduling based on student demand. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in STEM, English, writing, or education.
• Proficient in tutoring STEM or writing disciplines.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to explain concepts clearly and adapt to student needs.
• Professionalism, reliability, and commitment to student success.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an academic setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group tutoring in STEM or writing.
• Assess student needs and adapt tutoring to learning styles and goals.
• Explain concepts clearly while fostering critical thinking and independence.
• Help students develop study habits, time management, and confidence.
• Support exam preparation and application of academic concepts.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to FERPA and institutional policies.
• Collaborate with faculty and Learning Commons staff to identify needs.

Skills

STEM tutoring

Writing tutoring

Effective communication

Education

Associate degree or equivalent college coursework in STEM or English

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Scheduling software

Job description

Professional Tutor

Department: Stafford Library

Location: Hybrid

Type: Part-time; Staff

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the UnitedStates; visa sponsorship is not available for thisposition

Job Summary

The Professional Tutor provides individualized and small-groupacademic support to Columbia College students in STEM disciplinesand/or writing. This position helps students strengthen subjectknowledge, develop effective academic strategies, and buildconfidence as independent learners. Working collaboratively withLearning Commons staff and faculty, the Professional Tutor providesaccessible, student-centered academic assistance in theirdesignated areas of expertise while maintaining a welcoming andinclusive learning environment.

Essential Functions

• Academic Tutoring and Student Support
• Provide individual and small-group tutoring in assigned STEMdisciplines and/or writing.
• Assess student learning needs and adapt tutoring approaches tosupport individual learning styles and academic goals.
• Explain complex concepts clearly while encouraging criticalthinking, problem-solving, and independent learning.
• Assist students in developing effective study habits, timemanagement strategies, and academic confidence.
• Support students in understanding course expectations,preparing for examinations, and applying academic concepts.
• Maintain academic integrity by guiding students throughcoursework without completing assignments on their behalf.
• Discipline-Specific Tutoring depending on qualifications andassigned responsibilities
• Provide STEM tutoring in mathematics, science, and relateddisciplines, emphasizing conceptual understanding andproblem-solving strategies.
• Support students throughout the writing process, includingbrainstorming, organization, thesis development, revision, andediting strategies.
• Assist students with academic writing conventions, citationpractices, and appropriate use of research materials.
• Help students develop transferable skills that support successacross courses and academic disciplines.
• Collaboration and Student Engagement
• Collaborate with faculty and Learning Commons staff to identifystudent learning needs and provide appropriate academicsupport.
• Refer students to additional tutoring services, libraryresources, faculty, or campus support services as appropriate.
• Foster a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive learningenvironment for students from diverse academic backgrounds.
• Promote student engagement with Learning Commons academicsupport services.

Administrative and Professional Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate tutoring records and appointmentdocumentation using designated scheduling software.
• Communicate professionally and promptly with students and staffregarding appointments, scheduling, and academic supportneeds.
• Participate in required tutor training, meetings, andprofessional development.
• Maintain student confidentiality in accordance with FERPA andinstitutional policies.
• Follow established Learning Commons procedures and ColumbiaCollege policies.
• Assist with academic support initiatives and other relatedduties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent college coursework in a STEMdiscipline, English, writing, education, or a closely relatedfield.
• Demonstrated proficiency in at least one designated tutoringarea: STEM or writing.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solvingskills.
• Ability to explain academic concepts clearly and adaptinstruction to individual student needs.
• Demonstrated professionalism, reliability, and commitment tostudent success.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in anacademic environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant academicdiscipline.
• Previous experience in tutoring, teaching, academic support, orrelated instruction.
• Experience supporting college students, adult learners, orstudents from diverse academic backgrounds.
• Experience providing academic writing assistance or tutoring inmathematics and science.
• Familiarity with learning strategies and instructionalapproaches that support diverse learners.
• Experience with online tutoring platforms and academicscheduling software.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in the Stafford Learning Commons, designatedcampus tutoring locations, or virtually as assigned. Scheduling isbased on student demand and institutional needs and may includeevening hours.

Physical Requirements

Ability to perform essential job duties in an academic environment,including using computers and instructional technology andcommunicating with students in person or virtually, with or withoutreasonable accommodation.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements describedhere are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilitiesto perform the essential functions. Individuals seekingaccommodation should contact the Human Resources Department withoutdelay. While performing the duties of this job, the employee isregularly required to sit for long periods of time, talk, and hear.The employee is required to use hands and fingers to handle orfeel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop,kneel, or crawl. Employee must be able to type on a computerkeyboard and use a computer monitor on a regular basis.

Work Conditions

The work environment conditions describedhere are representative of those an employee encounters whileperforming the essential functions of this job. While performingthe duties of this job, the employee is rarely exposed to outsideweather conditions; however, possible exposure to hazards andphysical risks to personal safety may occur while operating certainequipment. The noise level in the work environment is usuallymild.

This position is designated by the institution as a “Campus Security Authority” (CSA). As a CSA, you are required to report anyinformation you receive about crimes occurring on or near campus tothe Director of Campus Safety.

This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive of everyduty and responsibility required by the employee in theposition.

Eligibility for employee benefits and perks is determined byemployment status. For more information please see https://www.ccis.edu/careers.

The offer of employment and assignment to duties is contingent upona satisfactory criminal background check. The information mayinclude, but is not limited to, academic, residential, achievement,performance, attendance, disciplinary, employment history, credithistory, driving history, and criminal history of publicrecord.

Columbia College is committed to creating an inclusive employeeexperience for all regardless of race, color, national origin,gender, religion, sexual orientation, age or disability. Thecollege maintains a safe place for open discourse and overall,fosters a sense of community that welcomes everyone.

In compliance with the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA) andthe Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), the Department ofCampus Safety for Columbia College has provided the Annual Securityand Fire Safety Report and crime statistics for the main campus andvenues nationwide.

Columbia College is required to distribute this information to allcurrent and prospective employees and students. Please follow thelink below for the full report or contact Human Resources at573-875-7495 for a printed copy. http://www.ccis.edu/offices/campussafety/reportsandstats.aspx