Tutor Specialist

Moraine Park Technical College; Fond du Lac (WI); Hybrid; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

On-campus or virtual work

Job summary

Moraine Park Technical College is seeking Tutor Specialists for the 2026-2027 year to enhance student learning across disciplines such as Accounting, Mathematics, Nursing, and Radiography. Roles involve informal assessment, targeted instruction, and guiding students toward independence, with hours typically 5-10 per week.

Successful candidates will have an Associate Degree or Technical Diploma and reside within the Moraine Park service districts, with flexibility to work on-campus or virtually

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or Technical Diploma in related subject area.
• Experience as a tutor or equivalent work experience in related subject area preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 (Office Suite, Teams, SharePoint, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Complete tutor training requirements and apply acquired skills.
• Establish and maintain ongoing contact with assigned students and arrange regular tutor sessions, including small group and one‑on‑one sessions.
• Consult with course instructors as needed.
• Help students break down and simplify complex information taught in class.
• Integrate effective study and learning strategies to promote independent learning.
• Coach students in developing a systemic approach to studying that will serve them in many courses.
• Maintain current and accurate records of tutoring activities and submit required communication and documentation to the Tutoring Services Specialist in a timely manner.
• Communicate with the Tutoring Services Specialist to discuss additional needs or concerns of the students.
• Maintain student confidentiality according to FERPA guidelines.

Skills

Tutor experience

Student support

Communication

Education

Associate Degree or Technical Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Position Summary

Moraine Park Technical College is establishing a Tutor Specialist candidate pool for the 2026-2027 academic year. Tutor Specialists enhance the learning of MPTC students by informally assessing student knowledge, identifying areas needing improvement, providing supplemental instruction, clarifying assignments and course content, modeling and supporting appropriate study strategies, and guiding students toward independence and self‑direction in their coursework. Tutor Specialists provide academic support to students in various disciplines not offered by the Student Success Center such as Accounting, Architecture, Electricity, Graphic Design, Information Technology, Mathematics, Medical Coding, Nursing, Pharmacology, Radiography, and Respiratory Therapy. This role typically works approximately 5-10 hours per week based on student needs.

While specific positions may not be available at the moment, submitting your application will allow us to consider you for future opportunities that align with your skills and experience.

Successful candidates will have an Associate Degree or Technical Diploma in a relevant field. Candidates must reside within the Moraine Park Technical College service districts with flexibility to work on‑campus or virtually, with flexible hours based on student needs.

Join us at Moraine Park Technical College, where we strive to make a positive difference in the lives of our students!

Responsibilities

• Complete tutor training requirements and apply acquired skills.
• Establish and maintain ongoing contact with assigned students and arrange regular tutor sessions, including small group and one‑on‑one sessions.
• Consult with course instructors as needed.
• Help students break down and simplify complex information taught in class.
• Integrate effective study and learning strategies to promote independent learning.
• Coach students in developing a systemic approach to studying that will serve them in many courses.
• Maintain current and accurate records of tutoring activities and submit required communication and documentation to the Tutoring Services Specialist in a timely manner.
• Communicate with the Tutoring Services Specialist to discuss additional needs or concerns of the students.
• Maintain student confidentiality according to FERPA guidelines.

Experience & Qualifications (in addition to those listed in the summary above)

• Associate Degree or Technical Diploma in related subject area required.
• Experience as a tutor or equivalent work experience in related subject area preferred.
• nowledge of software applications, including Microsoft Office 365 (Office Suite, Teams, SharePoint, etc.).
• Ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds as well as under‑prepared and special needs students.
• Organizational skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to help with study skills, test‑taking strategies, note‑taking skills, and time‑management.
• Ability to quickly develop and maintain a positive rapport with students, faculty and staff.
• Understand student strategies to support auditory, visual, and kinesthetic learning styles.
• Ability to communicate effectively through written and verbal communication.
• Ability to maintain records of student participation and outcomes for client reporting in WTCS grants.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and possess sensitivity to the needs of students.

Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge of the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).

Other Position Requirements

• Ability to travel to MPTC Campus locations.

Hiring Range $16.00 per hour

Starting Fall 2026 - Spring 2027

Hours 5-10 hours per week (based on the needs of students)