Writing Center Tutor - Student

Oklahoma City Community College; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 11,365 - 16,186; Part time

Job summary

Oklahoma City Community College seeks a Student Writing Tutor to provide writing support in the Writing Center, assisting students with assignments and writing development, both in person and online.

The role reports to the Division of Arts, English & Humanities and supports faculty and students with writing tasks.

Flexible hours during Fall and Spring; Saturdays possible, with focus on MLA style, writing process and online tutoring.

Qualifications

• Must be a current OCCC student enrolled in a minimum of 6 hours for fall or spring, or 3 hours for summer.
• Current OCCC Student with a Federal Work Study Award.
• Must have completed ENGL 1113 and ENGL 1213 with a final grade of B or above, or be recommended by a faculty member with a writing sample.
• GPA over 2.5 (cumulative or institutional).

Responsibilities

• Assist students in individualized learning exercises and writing support in the Writing Center.
• Provide writing assistance through the Writing Center’s online tutoring program.
• Reinforce classroom instruction with supplemental academic support and explanation of course materials.
• Support faculty and students in the use of computers and educational resources.
• Perform routine clerical and administrative duties for the center.
• Provide information on student progress by filling tutoring forms.
• Participate in tutor training sessions and professional development.
• Conduct tours of the center and in-class presentations as needed.

Skills

Basic computer proficiency

Excellent writing skills

MLA style knowledge

Excellent verbal communication

Online work ability

Clerical/data entry

Positive human relations

Problem solving & conflict resolution

Peer leadership understanding

Education

ENGL 1113

ENGL 1213

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Position Information

Position Information (Default Section)

Classification Title

Classification Title Student Employment Program (FWSP/STEP)

Working Title

Datatel Position ID AEHD8FEDWKST1A / AEHD9AEHSTEP1A

Annual Hours

Annual Hours As needed or assigned not to exceed 25 hours a week.

Placement Range

Placement Range $10.00

Position Type

Position Type Student Employee

Job Category

Job Category Student

General Description

The Student Writing Tutor provides academic support services to students utilizing the Writing Center. Responsibilities include assisting students with writing assignments and coursework, and providing support to assist students with writing development.

Reports To

What position(s) reports to this position?

None

Requirements

• Must be a current OCCC student enrolled in a minimum of 6 hours for the fall or spring semesters or enrolled in a minimum of 3 hours for the summer.
• Current OCCC Student with a Federal Work Study Award
• AND Must have completed ENGL 1113 (English Composition I) and ENGL 1213 (English Composition II) with a final grade of B or above. Have completed ENGL 1113 with a final grade of B or above and enrolled in ENGL 1213.
• OR Have successfully completed ENGL 1113 (English Composition I) and ENGL 1213 (English Composition II) and be recommended by an OCCC faculty member who can speak to the candidate’s qualifications for the position (letter of recommendation must be provided and must accompany a writing sample).
• Have a cumulative or institutional GPA over 2.5

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Basic computer proficiency, including familiarity with Windows or similar software.
• Demonstrates excellent writing skills and knowledge of the writing process.
• Understands grammar rules and documentation styles such as MLA .
• Excellent verbal communication.
• Ability to work effectively online.
• Proficient clerical skills such as answering phones and entering data.
• Positive human relations skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and conflict resolution.
• Understands the value of a peer leadership role.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

1. GENERAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : Sedentary work: The person in this position may occasionally exert up to 10 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

2. PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES : This position requires the person to frequently move about the center to assist students and perform the essential functions of the position. This position requires the person to frequently communicate with and listen to students, faculty, and staff to perform the essential functions of the position. Must be able to exchange accurate information in various situations. This position frequently requires the person to operate and inspect a computer and other Writing Center equipment to assist and/or instruct students on proper operation.

3. VISUAL ACUITY : This position requires the person to judge, observe and assess the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations.

4. WORKING CONDITIONS This position performs the essential functions in an indoor center, classroom, or office setting.

Preferred Qualifications

NA

Required Training

Work Hours

Flexible depending on the needs of the Writing Center during business hours, Monday through Friday and Saturdays during the Fall and Spring semesters.

Department

Department Division of Arts, English & Humanities

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 05/28/2026

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled No

Job Duties (Position Specific)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

Job Duties (Duties Assignment Statement)

• Assist students in individualized learning exercises and writing support in the Writing Center.
• Provide writing assistance to students through the Writing Center’s online tutoring program.
• Reinforce classroom instruction by providing supplemental academic support and clarification of course materials and assignments.
• Support faculty and students in the use of computers, computer learning programs, and educational resources.
• Assist in simple cleaning of center carrels, tables, desks, computer keyboards, and computer screens, as directed by the supervisor.
• Provide information to faculty regarding student progress and center use by filling out tutoring form.
• Participate in required tutor training sessions and professional development activities.
• Perform routine clerical and administrative duties for the center.
• Conduct tours of the center and in-class presentations as needed.

Job Duties (Safety / Policy & Procedures)

• Abide by the policies and procedures published in the Board of Regents Policies and College Policies & Procedures
• Contribute to a safe educational & working environment.
• Adhere to established safety and health procedures and practices for the purpose of providing injury and illness prevention for self and others.
• Complete quarterly health and safety training pursuant to OCCC’s established safety and health procedures and practices.
• Participate in all applicable OCCC emergency, evacuation, shelter in place drills and be prepared to take action and assist others in taking appropriate action should a health or safety emergency occur.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*)

• * Are you a current OCCC student enrolled in a minimum of 6 hours or more for the Fall or Spring semester or enrolled in a minimum of 3 hours for the Summer semester?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Please select how you meet the minimum requirement of the position:
  • Completed ENGL 1113 (English Composition I) and ENGL 1213 (English Composition II) with a final grade of B or above. Have completed ENGL 1113 with a final grade of B or above and enrolled in ENGL 1213. (Must attach transcript showing completion of courses
  • Have successfully completed ENGL 1113 (English Composition I) and ENGL 1213 (English Composition II) and be recommended by an OCCC faculty member who can speak to the candidate’s qualifications for the position (letter of recommendation must be provided a
  • None of the above
• * Do you have a cumulative or institutional GPA over 2.5?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Have you attached all required documents?
  • Yes
  • No