Professional Writing/English Language Tutor

Suffolk University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

Suffolk University in Boston invites applications for tutoring roles focused on writing and English language support. Tutors may work online or in person on Suffolks downtown Boston campus and will participate in language workshops and ongoing training. The role emphasizes inclusive teaching and collaboration with CLAS management.

Tutors are typically assigned 6-10 hours per week, with compensation around the listed hourly rate. Suffolk supports professional development and equity in education.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in English, composition or related area.
• TESOL certification or equivalent experience teaching multilingual students.
• Ability to tutor both writing and English language topics.
• Commitment to inclusive, anti-racist tutoring practices.

Responsibilities

• Tutor students requesting writing or English language assistance; may be online or in person.
• Facilitate English language workshops and participate in training sessions.
• Meet with program supervisors to discuss issues and progress.
• Take notes for all student sessions in the appointment system.

Skills

TESOL

Multilingual instruction

Academic tutoring

Written communication

Education

Masters Degree in English

TESOL certification

Tools

EAB Navigate

TutorTrac

WCOnline

Job description

Primary/Principal Responsibilities

Primary/Principal Responsibilities: % of Time Responsibility 80 Tutor students who request writing or English language assistance; facilitate English language workshops. Tutoring may be online or in person. 10 During open appointment blocks, perform various academic support tasks according to tutor’s skills and interests as assigned by CLAS management. 5 Attend training on specific topics related to assisting college students with writing or English language, assisting students of concern, etc. Training may be in person or online. Meet with program supervisors to discuss other issues. 5 Write notes for all student sessions in appointment tracking system (EAB Navigate).

Requirements/Qualifications

Requirements/Qualifications: Master’s Degree or higher in English, Composition/Rhetoric, or related area. TESOL (or equivalent) certification or equivalent experience teaching emerging multilingual students. Candidates without English language instruction certification or experience will still be considered for professional writing tutor roles, but not for professional English language tutor roles. Ideal candidates will be qualified to serve as both writing and English language tutors. Knowledge of successful strategies for tutoring a diverse college student population. Demonstrated commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (especially linguistic inclusion) as well as anti-racist tutoring praxis. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to work in person on Suffolk’s downtown Boston campus. Ability to tutor creatively and flexibly, treating each student as a unique learner. Experience with EAB Navigate, TutorTrac, WCOnline, or other appointment management platforms a plus. Tutors are generally assigned 6-10 hours per week based on scheduling needs. The salary range for this role is $40 per hour. Salary Transparency Suffolk University provides salary ranges as a good faith estimate of what it reasonably expects to pay for a role at the time the position is posted. The actual salary offered to the selected candidate will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to, the position’s scope and responsibilities, the candidate’s experience, education, training, and applicable legal requirements. The listed pay range reflects base salary only and does not include additional benefits or compensation.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Equal Opportunity Statement Suffolk University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. The University strives to recruit, develop and retain faculty and staff committed to educational excellence, the robust exchange of ideas, and engage in membership in a diverse and inclusive community.

About Suffolk University

Suffolk University is a private, urban university located in the heart of downtown Boston. Our college green is the Boston Common and we are steps from dozens of historic sites including the Old State House, Faneuil Hall, City Hall and the Massachusetts State House. We have no real boundaries to our campus—Boston and Suffolk blend together. Suffolk has been committed to creating an exceptional learning experience since 1906. Our vision is to be recognized as a dynamic institution that fosters engaged learning, rigorous scholarship, innovative thinking, and community collaboration across disciplines. We will ensure that Suffolk graduates are versatile and prepared for modern society and the new world market. We will provide rich curricula, experiential learning opportunities and professional mentoring through increased collaboration with alumni and community partners. We will recruit, mentor, and support a diverse faculty of teacher-scholars who are passionately committed to preparing our students to be leaders in the global community. We will inspire investment in a Suffolk community that is built on ethical, forward-thinking leadership, teamwork, and cooperation.

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