Work Study - Tutor Student Employee (TRIO SSS)

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

Job summary

Moraine Valley Community College on Main Campus seeks a Work Study - Tutor Student Employee (TRIO SSS) to assist eligible students in Spring and Fall terms. Salary is $15.00 per hour with classroom and tutoring duties under TRiO/Student Support Services. Supervisor: Philip Davis, contact [e-mail].

Position requires effective communication, critical thinking, teamwork, and solid IT skills. Work two days (Wednesday, Thursday) with flexible hours; max 20 hours per week in

Qualifications

• Clear verbal and written communication.
• Critical thinking to solve problems and implement solutions.
• Teamwork and relationship-building within the department.
• Current technology skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, Email.
• Dependable with strong work habits; manage time and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group tutoring to eligible students.
• Support students through academic assistance and study strategies.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in interactions.
• Utilize department resources to plan and deliver sessions.

Skills

Effective communication

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Information & technology

Self-management

Cultural inclusion

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Internet

Email

Job description

Position Title

Work Study - Tutor Student Employee (TRIO SSS)

Posting Number

SE0084

Student Employment Type of Position

Tutoring

Academic Year

2026-2027

Actual Salary

$15.00

Semester

Spring , Fall

Department

TRiO/Student Support Services

Supervisor

Philip Davis

Direct Supervisor Email

[e-mail]

Direct Supervisor Phone

708 974-5647

Work Location

Main Campus

Duties/Skills

Interpersonal Skills, Organizational Skills, Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, Good Judgement, Ability to support students through individualized academic assistance, General Administrative Skills, Good oral and written communication skills, Excellent grammar skills

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

Wednesday, Thursday

Times Needed

Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Flexible hours.

Additional Job Duties/Skills/Requirements

Seeking dedicated, knowledgeable, and empathetic tutors to support eligible students in achieving academic success. Tutors will provide individual and small-group tutoring in a variety of subject areas, help students develop effective study strategies.

Posting Date

03/03/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

STUDENT MUST HAVE WORK STUDY AWARD!
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. *This position may require a background check. Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality.