Tutor - East Region

Madison Area Technical College; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 31,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Madison College is seeking a part-time Tutor to support students at the Watertown and Fort Atkinson campuses in Wisconsin. The role involves tutoring, mentoring, and developing supplemental learning resources to promote student success.

You will identify learning challenges, apply tutoring strategies, and collaborate with faculty to align support with course needs and curriculum. The position is grant-funded through September 30, 2027 and may renew based on funding.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or equivalent work experience.
• Preferred: Health Science or Nursing.
• 2-4 years of relevant professional work experience.
• Madison College does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship; candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Enhance student independent learning by identifying challenges, creating study plans, providing subject support through tutoring and guiding students toward effective strategies that promote academic success.
• Develops and implements supplemental learning activities, workshops and resources to improve student comprehension and retention using data analysis for continuous improvement.
• Expands the reach and impact of academic support resources to campuses leading outreach efforts, collaborating with faculty and integrating best practices in academic support.
• Strengthens student success by connecting learners to study plans, academic and collaborative resources and developing targeted tutoring content to address diverse learning needs.
• Reinforces classroom instruction through structured individual and small group study sessions to deepen student understanding and engagement.
• Elevates the effectiveness of tutoring services by mentoring and training peer tutors and staff.

Skills

Tutoring strategies

Learning theories

Academic support

Study skills

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Health Science or Nursing

Job description

Current Madison College employees must apply to the internal career site by logging into Workday

Job Posting Date:

October 12, 2026

Application Deadline:

Salary Information:

$22.51 - $28.14
(For current employees, pay may not be restricted to the posted range and will be set in accordance with the Madison College Compensation Manual guidelines for internal salary placement.)

Department:

Academic Support Services

Job Description:

Academic Support Services at Madison College is seeking a part-time Tutor to support students at our Watertown and Fort Atkinson branch campuses, located in Watertown and Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin. This position provides academic support through tutoring, mentoring, and the development of supplemental learning resources that promote student success.

As a Tutor you must be able to identify learning challenges, apply effective tutoring strategies, help students strengthen study skills and learning strategies, and collaborate with faculty and campus resources to align support with course and curriculum needs.

This position contributes to independent learning, supports student success in traditionally challenging courses, and advances institutional objectives by improving student comprehension, retention, and overall academic achievement.

Position Details:

Schedule: This part-time position is scheduled for 20 hours per week, 42 weeks per year. A flexible work schedule during core hours, Monday through Thursday, 8:00am – 4:30pm. Availability to work evenings until 6:00pm may be required to support evening classes or to support special events.

Grant Funded: This position is a renewable, grant funded position through September 30, 2027 , continuation of this position is dependent on continued funding beyond this date. However, it is expected to be renewed.

Madison College believes every team member brings unique perspectives and experiences that enhance our ability to understand and engage with the world, tackle challenges, and develop innovative solutions. Come be part of our great team!

This position will be open until filled, with a first consideration date of November 8, 2026, at 11:59 pm. After this date, the recruitment may close without further notice. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Required Documents (2):

• Unofficial transcripts
• Resume

*Failure to include this document by the first consideration date will RESULT IN THE DISQUALIFICATION OF YOUR APPLICATION.

Accountabilities:

• Enhance student independent learning by identifying challenges, creating study plans, providing subject support through tutoring and guiding students toward effective strategies that promote academic success.
• Develops and implements supplemental learning activities, workshops and resources to improve student comprehension and retention using data analysis for continuous improvement.
• Expands the reach and impact of academic support resources to campuses leading outreach efforts, collaborating with faculty and integrating best practices in academic support.
• Strengthens student success by connecting learners to study plans, academic and collaborative resources and developing targeted tutoring content to address diverse learning needs.
• Reinforces classroom instruction through structured individual and small group study sessions to deepen student understanding and engagement.
• Elevates the effectiveness of tutoring services by mentoring and training peer tutors and staff, fostering a collaborative and knowledgeable support network.
• Performs other related duties within the scope of the position as required for the efficient operation of the division and to support institutional objectives.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of tutoring strategies, learning theories and academic support techniques.
• Skill in assisting students to identify their best learning strategies and study skills.
• Ability to seek opportunities and be open to broadening knowledge base through continuing education and independent study.
• Knowledge of college level math and science and knowledge of data collection and assessment methods.
• Skill in designing and delivering individualized and group learning experiences.
• Skill in mentoring and training peer tutors and staff.
• Ability to analyze student learning needs and apply appropriate strategies.
• Ability to collaborate with faculty and academic departments to align tutoring and learning support with curriculum objectives.
• Skill in engaging positively with all populations and communities, contributing to a safe and inclusive learning and work environment.
• Skill in effectively and respectfully communicating with others.

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

• Associate Degree or equivalent work experience.
• Preferred: Health Science or Nursing

Experience:

• 2-4 years of relevant professional work experience.

Madison College does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

Madison Area Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in employment, admissions or its programs or activities. Madison College offers degrees, diplomas, apprenticeships and certificates in Architecture & Engineering; Arts, Design & Humanities; Business; Construction, Manufacturing & Maintenance; Culinary, Hospitality & Fitness; Education & Social Services; Health Sciences; Information Technology; Law, Protective & Human Services; Science, Math & Natural Resources; and Transportation. Admissions criteria vary by program and are available by calling our Enrollment Office at [phone] or [phone] Ext. 6210. The following person has been designated to coordinate Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and to handle inquiries regarding the college’s nondiscrimination policies: Lisa Muchka, Director, Civil Rights and Compliance, 1701 Wright Street, Madison, WI 53704 [phone]