Work Study Tutor Student Employee (Liberal Arts - Speaking & Writing Center)

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

Job summary

Moraine Valley Community College is seeking a Work Study Tutor Student Employee for the Liberal Arts Speaking & Writing Center. The role focuses on confidential, supportive tutoring with strong emphasis on writing and communication.

You will assist students through individualized academic guidance, help simplify complex concepts, and maintain strict professionalism during scheduled hours on the Main Campus. The supervisor is Alicea Toso and you will report to the Liberal Arts department.

Qualifications

• Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality while assisting students.
• Strong oral and written communication skills are essential.
• Ability to explain complex concepts in a clear, student-friendly manner.
• Proficiency with basic productivity tools (Word/Excel/PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated time management and reliability in a tutoring role.

Responsibilities

• Provide tutoring and individualized academic assistance to students.
• Help students develop study strategies and effective writing/reading skills.
• Support the Speaking & Writing Center during scheduled hours.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.
• Communicate clearly with students and supervisor about progress and needs.

Skills

Confidentiality

Good Judgement

Communication

Grammar

Student support

Time management

Explain concepts

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Internet

Email

Job description

Position Title:

Work Study Tutor Student Employee (Liberal Arts - Speaking & Writing Center)

Posting Number:

SE0038

Student Employment Type of Position:

Tutoring

Academic Year:

2026-2027

Actual Salary:

$15.00

Semester:

Spring , Fall

Department:

Liberal Arts

Supervisor:

Alicea Toso

Direct Supervisor Email:

[e-mail]

Direct Supervisor Phone:

[phone]

Work Location:

Main Campus

Duties/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:

• Monday
• Tuesday
• Wednesday
• Thursday

Times Needed:

9:00a.m. to 5:30p.m. Monday Through Thursday (This is total operating hours of the Speaking and Writing Center) We will work with students schedules to provide a work schedule.

Posting Date:

06/23/2026