Temporary Tutor, Writing

Palm Beach State College; Town of Florida, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Palm Beach State College is seeking a Tutor in Writing to support students with coursework, study strategies, and academic skills in person or online. The role covers disciplines such as Writing, English Composition, and College Readiness, emphasizing clear communication and student engagement.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and tutoring experience; proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong customer service skills are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Some related tutoring experience.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office or similar office tools.
• Able to deliver high level customer service and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tutoring sessions with individual or small groups in person or online.
• Provide feedback on student work and suggest learning strategies.
• Create engaging learning environments and build student confidence.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Written communication

Diversity awareness

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 ResourcesJob 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 experienceKnowledge of:* Microsoft Office Professional or similar applicationSkilled in:* Delivering a high level of customer serviceAbility 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 scheduleThis 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.Please review the following information to apply for a position at Palm Beach State College:* Carefully review the minimum qualifications advertised for the available position, as only applicants meeting the minimum requirements will be considered.* Background Check/ Drug Screen may be required based on the specific requirements of the position for which the application is being submitted. Employment is contingent upon passing a drug test and completing a criminal background investigation.* An essential goal of the Office of Human Resources is to respond to all applicants once a selection is made. Please take notice of the position closing date advertised. Whenever positions are filled, the Office of Human Resources responds to all applicants who have submitted applications.* The College conducts its employment activity within the State of Florida except for occasional brief and temporary pre-approved periods related to college travel.**Application Deadline**This position is open until filled**About the College**Palm Beach State College, Florida's first public community college, was founded in 1933 and has grown to become the largest institution of higher education in Palm Beach County. Currently serving a richly diverse student population of 49,000 annually, the College offers classes at five locations and offers bachelor's and associate degrees, professional certificates, and workforce development programs. With over 1,200 full-time employees, Palm Beach State College offers a highly attractive benefits package including health insurance, a retirement program, tuition assistance, and paid time off.**An Equal Access/Equal Opportunity/Veteran Preference/ADA Employer**Per the Florida Open Records and Public Meeting Laws (286.011), also known as \"the Sunshine Laws,\" all correspondence received from applicants for any position with the College is a matter of public record.Palm Beach State College is an equal access, equal opportunity institution. The College complies with all state and federal laws granting rights to applicants for employment or admission to the College. The College prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, disability, or pregnancy in any of its employment or educational programs or activities.Applicants who believe they have been discriminated against in the recruitment process should contact the Human Resources and Compliance Director or Chief Human Resources Officer at [phone] or 4200 Congress Avenue, Lake Worth, FL 33461. Written complaints must be filed within 180 days from the position's closing date for which the applicant applied. Claims will be investigated, and a timely response will be provided. The College prohibits retaliation against any applicant who utilizes the complaint procedure.**Accommodations**Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job by contacting the Human Resources and Compliance Director at [phone] for assistance.