Tutor, Embedded Academic Success - Verde

Yavapai-College; Clarkdale (AZ); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Yavapai College seeks Embedded Tutors to support students in English (writing), Math and Biology. Tutors assist in person, via Zoom, and within Canvas, aligning with course expectations and instructor guidance.

Some sessions may occur in Prescott or Prescott Valley, with online and in-class availability. Position is grant-funded and requires CRLA Level 1 training or current enrollment in tutor certification; candidates may be students or graduates with strong communication skills and tech

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluency in English; Spanish is a plus.
• Experience using Canvas or Zoom in an educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and small group tutoring in English, Math, Biology, in person or virtually.
• Partner with course instructors to align tutoring with course expectations and assignments.
• Respond to Canvas posts and provide feedback on assignments as requested by faculty.
• Attend class sessions and assist students during activities as needed.
• Record tutoring sessions and student contacts in the department’s systems.

Skills

Strong communication

English & Spanish fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Canvas

Zoom

Microsoft Office

Job description

***Please note: this is a grant-funded position, and continuation is subject to funding***

Embedded Tutors provide academic support to Yavapai College students by connecting tutoring directly to the courses they are enrolled in. Working in partnership with faculty, Embedded Tutors support students inside Canvas, in the classroom, or both, depending on their level. They also meet with students by appointment, over Zoom or in person. Embedded Tutors help students build confidence, strengthen their understanding of course content, and develop effective study strategies and learning habits.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and small group tutoring in assigned subject areas, in person or virtually
• Partner with the course instructor to understand course expectations, assignments, and student needs
• Respond to Canvas discussion posts and provide feedback on assignments at the request of faculty
• Send Canvas announcements that encourage students to use tutoring services
• Attend one to two class sessions per week and assist students during class activities (Level 3B)
• Help students develop study strategies, confidence, and independent learning habits
• Maintain student confidentiality and follow Tutoring Services policies and procedures
• Record tutoring sessions and student contacts in the department's sign-in and tracking systems
• Participate in required training and meetings

Subject areas needed:

English (writing), Math, Biology

Embedded Tutor Levels

Embedded Tutors are hired into one of three levels, based on the course and department need.

Level 2: Drop-In Tutor with Canvas Engagement

Primarily drop-in tutoring, with some online involvement in the course's Canvas page. Does not attend class. May be based at Prescott or Prescott Valley.

Level 3A: Online Embedded Tutor

Primarily online, supporting students in the course's Canvas page. Also available for appointments by Zoom or in person.

Level 3B: In-Person Embedded Tutor

Both in person and online. Attends one to two class sessions per week and supports students in the course's Canvas page. Also available for appointments by Zoom or in person, with some drop-in hours depending on department need.

Pay Structure:

• $16/hour: Tutors with an associate degree or lower
• $18/hour: Tutors with an associate degree or lower who are fluent in Spanish
• $18/hour: Tutors with a bachelor's degree or higher
• $20/hour: Tutors with a bachelor's degree or higher who are fluent in Spanish
• $22/hour: Tutors qualified to support upper-division bachelor's courses (300-level and above)
• $24/hour: Tutors qualified to support upper-division bachelor's courses (300-level and above) who are fluent in Spanish

Applicants must meet one of the following:

• Current or recent college students: Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher with at least 12 academic credits completed, and a grade of B or higher in the subject(s) to be tutored
• Degree holders: A completed degree, plus either coursework in the subject area to be tutored or at least two years of work experience in that subject area

All applicants must have:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to speak, read, and write effectively in English
• Proficiency with basic technology tools such as Microsoft Office
• Comfort learning and using Canvas and Zoom

Certification Requirement

All tutors are required to complete CRLA Level 1 tutor certification through Yavapai College's Tutoring Services as part of their onboarding and ongoing employment, unless they have already completed CRLA Level 1 elsewhere.

• Bachelor's degree or higher

• Fluency in English and Spanish
• Previous tutoring experience or CRLA certificationExperience working with diverse student populations in a college setting
• Experience with Canvas, either as a student or in a support role

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements and competencies listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regular attendance as scheduled is an essential job function as it demonstrates dependability towards the performance of job duties.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.