PROFESSIONAL WRITING TUTOR - STONE WRITING CENTER POOL

Del Mar College Testing Center; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Del Mar College’s Stone Writing Center invites applications for a Professional Writing Tutor in a continuous pool to support writers across disciplines in face-to-face and online sessions. Tutors design instructional resources, facilitate interactive workshops, and contribute to social media while supervising student assistants.

This on-campus/online role requires a Bachelor’s in English or related field and college-level tutoring experience; evenings/weekends may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in English or related field.
• One year teaching or tutoring at college level.
• One year supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of learning management systems.
• One year working at Del Mar College.

Responsibilities

• Tutor writers individually or in small groups.
• Conduct one-on-one writing consultations on campus or online.
• Assist students in interpreting assignment sheets and planning papers.
• Help students with research strategies and proper documentation (MLA, APA, Chicago).
• Develop and facilitate workshops; design digital/print resources.
• Market the Stone Writing Center through classroom visits and activities.
• Maintain a welcoming space and support supervisor.
• Meet regularly with supervisor and participate in ongoing training.
• Assist with administrative tasks and special projects as needed.

Skills

Strong writing abilities

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

MS Office (Word)

Learning management systems

Cultural awareness

Evenings/weekends availability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English or related field

Master’s degree in English or closely-related field

One year teaching or tutoring at college level

One year supervisory experience

One year working at Del Mar College

Tools

Canvas

Blackboard

Word

Job description

PROFESSIONAL WRITING TUTOR - STONE WRITING CENTER POOL

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This is a CONTINUOUS recruitment for an applicant POOL to fill part-time assignments on an as-needed basis. Departments or Divisions will refer to the POOL of applications on file to fill temporary assignments as the need arises. You will be contacted by the hiring manager should the department/division be interested in scheduling an interview. AN APPLICATION IS VALID FOR ONE YEAR, AT WHICH TIME APPLICANTS WISHING TO REMAIN IN THE POOL MUST REAPPLY AND UPDATE THEIR INFORMATION.

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number PT23

Job Title

Job Title PROFESSIONAL WRITING TUTOR - STONE WRITING CENTER POOL

Department

Department Stone Writing Center

Position Type

Position Type Non-Exempt

Employment Status

Employment Status Part-Time

Open Date

Open Date 11/10/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled No

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

The purpose of this position is to tutor writers of all levels and disciplines, individually and in small groups, in a variety of writing assignments and projects in face-to-face and online environments.

Professional writing tutors design digital and print instructional resources and create and facilitate interactive workshops.

Tutors also contribute to Stone Writing Center’s social media platforms (e.g., Twitter, Facebook and blog). Tutors will help supervise Students Assistants.

This position requires on-campus hours and/or online, remote hours as assigned to meet students’ needs.

Minimum Qualifications

Level II (PSTWCEMPTH18) – Bachelor’s Degree in English or related field.
Level III (PSTWCEMPTH20)– Bachelor’s Degree in English or related field
One (1) year teaching or tutoring experience at college level
One (1) year supervisory experience
Knowledge of learning management systems
One (1) year working at Del Mar College

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Solid academic standing and strong writing abilities.
Strong commitment to helping other students become more effective writers.
Experience working with students from different cultural backgrounds, with students of all levels of ability, or with students who have special disabilities.
Knowledge of documentation styles, including MLA and APA .
Effective communication and interpersonal skills with students, faculty, and staff.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word.
Advanced communication skills to articulate appropriate suggestions for writing improvement.
Knowledge of learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard, etc.).
Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

Level II:

• One year teaching or tutoring experience.
• One year of supervisory experience.
• Experience with social media such as Twitter and blogs.
• Experience with online tutoring or teaching.
• Knowledge of learning management systems (preferably Canvas).
• Experience using mobile devices in educational settings.
• Ability to work independently and to take initiative in fulfilling responsibilities

Level III :

• Master’s degree in English or closely-related field
• Experience with social media such as Twitter and blogs
• Experience with online tutoring or teaching
• Knowledge of Canvas
• Experience using mobile devices in educational settings
• Ability to work independently and to take initiative in fulfilling responsibilities

Special Instructions to Applicants

This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws requiring verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel, extend, or otherwise modify recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Del Mar College supports veteran employment and provides consideration to qualified veterans consistent with Texas law. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Our Culture

Del Mar College is committed to fostering a culture aligned with The Viking Way, which emphasizes respect, integrity, collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence. Employees are expected to contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, supporting colleagues and students, and engaging in continuous learning and development. In support of the College’s Strategic Plan 2024–2029, Guiding Star III : Cultivate, all employees are encouraged to actively participate in opportunities that promote personal and professional growth, advance a culture of belonging, and strengthen the College’s ability to serve its students and community.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Tutor writers of all levels and disciplines on a variety of writing assignments and projects.

Job Duty

Conduct one-on-one writing consultations with students on campus or in an online environment.

Job Duty

Assist students in interpreting an assignment sheet, talking through ideas for a paper, discussing course readings, or planning for a paper. Encourage students to consider appropriate choices regarding audience, focus, purpose, reasoning, and organization.

Job Duty

Enable students to acquire research strategies, integrate scholarly sources, and apply proper documentation (e.g., MLA , APA , Chicago). Help students strengthen editing skills, choose appropriate vocabulary, and apply technical conventions of academic writing.

Job Duty

Interact with students from different cultural backgrounds and with students who speak English as a second language.

Work effectively with students of all levels of ability, including students who need accommodations.

Job Duty

Conduct small group tutorials.

Job Duty

Design digital and print instructional resources; develop and facilitate workshops on selected topics.

Market the Stone Writing Center through classroom visits and other activities.

Maintain Stone Writing Center as a welcoming space for all.

Job Duty

Meet regularly with supervisor.

Participate in ongoing training.

Job Duty

Maintain orderliness and operation of the Center (opening and closing, checking supplies, filing, administrative tasks, flexibility in work hours to ensure adequate coverage, etc.)

Job Duty

Assist the Director and Assistant Instructors with administrative tasks and special projects, as needed. Other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a Bachelor's degree in English or related field?
  • Yes.
  • No.
• * This position requires the ability to work occasional evenings and weekends. Do you still remain interested in this position?
  • Yes.
  • No.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Letter of Interest
• Transcripts

Optional Documents

Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As provided by law, Del Mar College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity/transgender status, sexual orientation), age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, or any other constitutionally or statutorily impermissible reason.