Tutor P/T- Child Development

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 23,514 - 33,490; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health and welfare benefits

Long-term savings and investment programs

Generous vacation and holiday days

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. seeks a Part-Time Tutor for Harold Washington College in Chicago to provide academic assistance and instructional support to students. You will help develop study skills and improve academic capabilities.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Child Development and possesses excellent communication skills, with a preference for Spanish speakers. The role offers a competitive hourly wage of $20.69 and a range of benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in education from an accredited college or university in Child Development.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with a diverse student body.
• Self-directed and able to complete assignments in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Provides academic assistance to assigned tutees, either in a group or individually.
• Establishes liaison with the instructor to assist the student.
• Helps students develop study skills necessary for academic success.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work with a diverse student body

Spanish speaking (preferred)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development

Technical certifications in relevant subjects

Job description

TUTOR P/T - CHILD DEVELOPMENT

Harold Washington College, part of the City Colleges of Chicago, seeks a Part‑Time Tutor to provide academic assistance and instructional support to students, helping them develop high‑level study skills.

Benefits

Excellent health and welfare benefit package, long‑term savings and investment programs (403(b), 457(b)), pension plan with the State University Retirement System (SURS), generous vacation, holiday, personal and sick days, and tuition reimbursement.

Responsibilities

• Provides academic assistance to assigned tutees, either in a group or individually.
• Establishes liaison with the instructor and works under the instructor’s direction to assist the student.
• Attends periodic training sessions given by staff members to increase competency in working with students.
• Maintains records on each student who is being tutored, including follow‑up and periodic assessment.
• Schedules tutoring appointments.
• Provides evaluations and other reports as required by staff.
• Helps students develop positive attitudes toward learning and studying, and help students develop a high level of motivation in academic areas.
• Assists students in achieving a better understanding of specific subject material and in improving academic capabilities in designated areas.
• Helps students develop the study skills necessary for academic success.
• Establishes and maintains rapport with the assigned students.
• Assists in designing and implementing class cooperative projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in education from an accredited college or university in Child Development. Consideration will be given to candidates who do not have a Bachelor’s degree but possess technical certification(s) necessary for the subject being tutored.
• Possess excellent communication skills, and the ability to work with a diverse student body.
• Spanish speaking preferred.
• Must be self‑directed and able to complete assignments in a timely manner.

Salary Range: $20.69 per hour.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Chicago residence is required for all full‑time employees within 6 months of hire.

Thank you for your interest in CCC!