Temporary Tutor, Writing

palmbeachstate; Town of Florida (NY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Palm Beach State College seeks a tutoring assistant in Writing to support students with course work, learning strategies, and academic skills development.

You will conduct tutoring sessions in person and online, provide feedback on assignments, and help students build confidence and successful study habits. Base pay is $16.51 per hour, with offers based on the college salary schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Some related experience
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Professional or similar

Responsibilities

• Conducts tutoring sessions with individual or multiple students in person and virtual environment.
• Provides constructive feedback on student assignments.
• Creates an engaging learning environment and enhances student confidence and interest in learning.
• Maintains an awareness of current College and department policies and guidelines.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join our team!

What We Offer

At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives.

About this role

Palm Beach State College Job Description |Human Resources

Job Summary: Responsible for providing tutoring assistance for students within discipline area of expertise. Duties include assisting students with course work, learning strategies, and overall academic skills development.Varies

Base Pay: $16.51. Offer amount based on College's Salary Schedule guidelines.

Duties and Responsibilities:

(This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary)

• Conducts tutoring sessions with individual or multiple students in person and virtual environment.
• Provides constructive feedback and suggestions on student assignments.
• Creates an engaging learning environment and enhances student confidence and interest in learning.
• Maintains an awareness of current College and department policies and guidelines.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

We are seeking individuals with the following areas of disciplines to tutor Writing:

• Communication
• Language Arts
• Business
• English Composition 1 & 2
• Fundamentals of Speech Communication (SPC1017)
• All Levels of EAP (English for Academic Purposes) -TESOL
• Studies Skills (SLS1501)
• Writing /Reading For All Disciplines
• College Readiness ( ENC0017 & ENC0052)

What to Expect: As part of our recruiting process, we require candidates to complete an assessment test.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED
• Some related experience

Knowledge of:

• Microsoft Office Professional or similar application

Skilled in:

• Delivering a high level of customer service

Ability to:

• Ability to convey knowledge of tutorial discipline to others in a practical and comprehensive manner
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing on a regular basis with internal and external customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations, and take responsibility for a high level of service
• Interact in a positive manner with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public

Preferred Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

• In-person and remote tutoring experience

Work Environment and Physical Demand:

• Reach and grasp objects
• Use of video display terminal
• Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills
• Communicate information orally and in writing
• Receive and understand information through oral and written communication
• Proofread and check documents for accuracy
• Work a fluctuating work schedule

This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

Application Deadline

This position is open until filled