ULC Software/Computer Programming Tutor

The New School; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 33,186 - 47,265; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Job summary

The New School in Chicago is seeking tutors to help undergraduate and graduate students with software like Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Rhino, Figma, Blender, Premiere, After Effects, AutoCAD, Fusion, V‑Ray, Revit, SketchUp, and coding in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python, Unity, Arduino. You’ll assist learners across skill levels and maintain a respectful, inclusive environment.

Responsibilities include daily summaries, session notes, and leading workshops.

Qualifications

• High level of comfort with Adobe CS and other software.
• Strong knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Knowledge of Python highly preferred.
• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at The New School.
• Experience with ESL and graduate students preferred.
• GPA 3.0 or higher and reliability are expected.
• Excellent communication and punctuality, with 6+ tutoring hours weekly.

Responsibilities

• Tutor undergrad and grad students in software like Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Rhino, Figma, Blender, Premiere, After Effects, AutoCAD, Fusion, V‑Ray, Revit, SketchUp, etc., or in coding languages such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python, Unity, Arduino.
• Work with students of varying skill levels, from basics to complex problems.
• Create a welcoming environment that respects diverse cultures and languages.
• Complete administrative tasks, including session descriptions and daily attendance summaries.
• Lead in‑class workshops and specialized ULC workshops.

Skills

Adobe CS

HTML/CSS/JS

Python knowledge

Education

Enrolled at The New School (undergrad or grad)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Tutor undergraduate and graduate students in various software such as Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Rhino, Figma, Blender, Premiere, After Effects, AutoCAD, Fusion, V‑Ray, Revit, SketchUp, etc., or in coding languages such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python, Unity, Arduino and others you are fluent in.
• Work with students of varying skill levels, from demonstrating the basics to assisting with complex problems and a range of issues in between.
• Create a professional and welcoming environment by modeling respect for students’ diverse cultures, language skills, and experiences.
• Complete administrative tasks, such as writing brief descriptions of each session and emailing a brief summary of daily attendance.
• Lead in‑class workshops and/or specialized ULC workshops.

Qualifications

• Must have a high level of comfort and expertise in Adobe CS and other software programs, and/or strong knowledge of computer programming and a high level of expertise in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Knowledge of additional programming languages is highly preferred, especially Python.
• Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at The New School.
• Experience working with ESL and graduate‑level students strongly preferred.
• Experience working with students with ADHD a plus.
• Federal Work Study preferred.
• Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrated reliability and punctuality.
• Able to commit to 6 (or more) tutoring hours per week.

Pay Rate: $29.20/hr through August 31 (new pay rate will be determined by the next collective bargaining agreement)

Work Mode: Hybrid

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.