Tutor I- English TRIO Upward Bound

Dallas College; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas College seeks a Staff Tutor to provide individualized and small-group tutoring in an on-campus lab setting, supporting instructional programs and developing tutoring materials.

The role requires one college semester of coursework, strong communication, reliability, and the ability to work after school hours, with potential for hybrid arrangements after six months per policy. On-site presence is required for academic activities.

Responsibilities

• Provides tutoring to Dallas College students in openlab/self-paced settings through collaborative interactions to assess student’s need, provide constructive and accurate feedback, engage critical thinking, and encourage independence.
• Promotes high standards for academic success as students are guided through the learning process as it pertains to understanding and engaging with coursework, assignments, and projects.
• Help students develop study skills; refine and apply understanding of course material.
• Work with students individually or in small groups to utilize resources in order to clarify concepts and complete assigned material.
• Provides input in developing and maintaining resource materials needed to demonstrate learning objectives for use in tutoring environment.
• Maintain records as required under department guidelines.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of all student information, material, and discussions shared in the tutoring relationship.
• Serves a as role model to students by being patience, providing encouragement and positive motivation.
• Completes required Dallas College Professional Development training hours per academic year. Performs other duties as assigned.

Job description

Weekly Work Hours

Weekly Work Hours19.5

Compensation Range

Compensation RangeN01-Hourly

Hourly Rate

Hourly Rate$23.78 Hourly

FLSA

FLSAUnited States of America (Non-Exempt)

Work Location

• All positions are considered on-site roles.
• After six months of employment, some positions may be eligibleto apply for a hybrid work arrangement based on jobresponsibilities, operational needs, supervisor approval, andDallas College policy.
• Academic (Faculty) positions require an on-campus presence, even when teaching online courses, in accordance with statelaw.

Position Type

Staff

POSITION SUMMARY

Provides individual and group tutoring services in an open laband/or one-on-one setting in support of instructional programs. Mayparticipate in developing tutoring resource materials.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Exhibits knowledge/skills in specific academic area(s) to betutored.
• Ability to coach students through course materials and explainconcepts in a manner that students understand.
• Able to assess students' progress throughout tutoringsessions.
• Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships withstudents, staff, and faculty regarding tutor assignment. In adynamic, constantly changing environment, must be flexible and ableto adapt to change; must demonstrate strong organizational and timemanagement skills.
• Must be punctual, begin all sessions promptly, use time foracademic tasks, and focus on the student’s needs.
• Good interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills arerequired to deal effectively with individuals within the DallasCollege community network.
• Knowledge and experience in providing effective customerservice.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Normal physical job functions performed within a standard officeenvironment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individualswith physical challenges to perform the essential duties andresponsibilities. Occasionally may be required to lift and carrymaterials weighing up to 30 pounds.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• One semester of college level coursework (or equivalent).Official transcripts will be required.
• Able to work after school hours, nights, and/or weekends.
• Bilingual preferred.

*** Will be subject to a criminal background check. Somepositions may be subject to a fingerprint check. ***

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides tutoring to Dallas College students in openlab/self-paced settings through collaborative interactions toassess student’s need, provide constructive and accurate feedback,engage critical thinking, and encourage independence.
• Promotes high standards for academic success as students areguided through the learning process as it pertains to understandingand engaging with coursework, assignments, and projects.
• Help students develop study skills; refine and applyunderstanding of course material.
• Work with students individually or in small groups to utilizeresources in order to clarify concepts and complete assignedmaterial.
• Provides input in developing and maintaining resource materialsneeded to demonstrate learning objectives for use in tutoringenvironment.
• Maintain records as required under department guidelines.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of all student information,material, and discussions shared in the tutoring relationship.
• Serves a as role model to students by being patience, providingencouragement and positive motivation.
• Completes required Dallas College Professional Developmenttraining hours per academic year. Performs other duties asassigned.

The intent of this job description is to provide arepresentative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbents may bedirected to perform job-related tasks other than those specificallypresented in this description. Position requires regular andpredictable attendance.

About Us

Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly Dallas County CommunityCollege District, has served more than three (3) million students.Comprising seven campuses located around the Dallas/Fort Wortharea, we are one of the largest community college systems in thestate of Texas. We strive to be a leader in the community collegespace, placing students at the center of everything we do.

Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment ofopportunity and belonging for all students and employees. Werecognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse talentthat stems from it, is directly linked to our success. We are partof an equal opportunity system that provides education andemployment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of anyprotected attribute, including race, color, religion, nationalorigin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identityor gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other basisprotected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law,Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for applicantsand employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as anymental health or physical disability needs.

Applications Deadline

September 24, 2026