Tutor/Learning Assistant Student Employee (Academic Skills Center)

Moraine Valley Community College; Palos Hills (IL); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Moraine Valley Community College is seeking a Tutor/Learning Assistant for the Academic Skills Center at the Main Campus. The role supports students with their academic work, fosters clear communication, and assists instructors within a collaborative environment.

Work hours align with Fall/Spring limits (up to 20 hours/week) and Summer (up to 25 hours/week). Requires enrollment in 6+ credit hours during fall/spring and 3+ during summer, with a GPA of 2.0+.

Qualifications

• Effective and clear verbal and written communication.
• Critical thinking to solve problems and make decisions.
• Teamwork and relationship building within the department.
• Current technology skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, Email.
• Dependability, strong work habits, time management, independence.
• Open to inclusive and respectful interactions with all people.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic assistance and support to students.
• Assist instructors and maintain confidentiality.
• Communicate clearly with students and staff.
• Demonstrate good judgment and professionalism.
• Support the Learning Assistants Program in classrooms.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Teamwork

IT literacy

Time management

Confidentiality

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Tutor/Learning Assistant Student Employee (Academic Skills Center)

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

During the Fall and Spring, student employees are allowed to work a maximum of 20 hours per week and must be enrolled in 6 or more credit hours. During the Summer, holiday break and spring break student employees are allowed to work a maximum of 25 hours per week. Summer only, students must be enrolled in 3 or more credit hours. Student employees must always maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.

Position Title

Position Title Tutor/Learning Assistant Student Employee (Academic Skills Center)

Posting Number

Posting Number SE0045

Student Employment Type of Position

Academic Year

Academic Year 2026-2027

Actual Salary $15.00

Semester

Semester Spring , Summer

Department

Department Academic Skills Center

Direct Supervisor Phone [phone]

Work Location

Work Location Main Campus

Duties/Skills

Duties/Skills General Administrative Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, Good Judgement, Good oral and written communication skills, Excellent grammar skills, Ability to support students through individualized academic assistance, Ability to simplify and clearly explain complex concepts

Qualifications-The student hired for this position should know how to:

• Effectively Communicate: Student must have effective and clear verbal and written communication (including listening skills).
• Demonstrate Critical Thinking: Students must engage in critical thinking (problem solving, decision-making, applied knowledge, creativity) to initiate and implement solutions to problems.
• Participate as a Productive Member of a Team: Student must use teamwork skills (relationship building, interpersonal skills) and become a contributor to the department.
• Utilize Information & Technology Effectively: Student must have current technology skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, Email, etc.)
• Implement Self-Management Skills: Student must be dependable with strong work habits; able to manage time and priorities, work independently, punctual and operate for the greater good & provide service to all.
• Cultural Inclusion: Student must demonstrate openness, inclusiveness, sensitivity, and the ability to interact respectfully with all people and value individuals’ differences.

Days Needed

Times Needed

Dependent on time of class, but general availability will be sometime Monday – Friday between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m.

Additional Job Duties/Skills/Requirements

This position covers our Learning Assistants Program that puts a “more capable peer” in classrooms to assist instructors with content knowledge sharing. All employees are nominated by an instructor to obtain this assignment. This position may require a background check. Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Posting Date

Posting Date 01/09/2026

Closing Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

During the Fall and Spring, student employees are allowed to work a maximum of 20 hours per week and must be enrolled in 6 or more credit hours. During the Summer, holiday break and spring break student employees are allowed to work a maximum of 25 hours per week. Summer only, students must be enrolled in 3 or more credit hours. Student employees must always maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you currently enrolled in 6 or more credit hours at Moraine Valley Community College for the fall and/or spring semester?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you currently have an open Code of Conduct case at Moraine Valley Community College?
  • Yes
  • No
• * If you have attended Moraine Valley for one semester or more, do you have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Which semester are you applying for?
  • Fall
  • Spring
  • Summer
• * Do you have a family member that is employed by Moraine Valley Community College?
  • Yes
  • No
• * If you do have a family member employed by MVCC, please state their name and department.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Can you provide proof, if hired, that you are eligible to work in the United States?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you now or will you in the future require sponsorship to work in the United States?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Have you ever been employed at MVCC?
  • Yes
  • No
• * If you have been previously hired by MVCC, please list date and position held

  (Open Ended Question)

• * If you are applying for Summer, are you currently enrolled in 3 or more credit hours during the summer?
  • Yes
  • No
  • Not applying for Summer Semester