Writing/Reading Tutor - PTT

UEC; Lincoln (NE); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

UEC is seeking a part-time tutor to support students and staff in writing and reading, delivering sessions face-to-face or online via Smarthinking. The role emphasizes applying theory-based tutoring practices and maintaining accurate session records.

The position requires junior-level college status (60 credits) in English or related fields and strong communication skills. Experience tutoring or mentoring is a plus, as is familiarity with community college environments.

Qualifications

• Must have at least junior-level college status (60 semester credits) in English or related field.
• Recommendation from English teacher, graduate advisor, or tutoring experience.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn theory-based tutoring and writing center theory.

Responsibilities

• Provide tutoring in writing and reading to SCC students and staff, both face-to-face and online via Smarthinking.
• Follow best practices based on current tutor and writing center theory.
• Promote a positive, welcoming learning and working environment by following center protocols.
• Maintain accurate records of student sessions and submit timely web time entries.
• Support organizational goals by enhancing communication, policies and operations.
• Assist with keeping the Writing Center clean and orderly.
• Cooperate with the Director of Transitions and Tutoring and the Tutor Center Coordinator.
• Provide information to assist with building term schedules as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Technology skills

Tutoring experience

Writing theory knowledge

Education

60 semester credits in English

Tools

Smarthinking platform

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Provide tutoring in writing and reading to SCC students and staff on various assignments, both face-to-face and online using SCC’s Smarthinking platform.
• Follow best practices based on current tutor and writing center theory.
• Promote a positive and welcoming learning and working environment by adhering to Writing Center and Tutoring and Learning Center protocols and policies.
• Maintain accurate records of student sessions and submit timely web time entries.
• Support the College’s organizational environment goals by enhancing communication, policies, and operational efficiency.
• Assist with keeping the Writing Center clean and orderly.
• Cooperate with the Director of Transitions and Tutoring and the Tutor Center Coordinator.
• Provide information to assist with building term schedules as needed.

About You

The company is looking for:

• Minimum junior-level college status (60 semester credits) in English or a related field.
• Recommendation from an English teacher, graduate advisor, or previous tutoring experience.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn theory-based best practices in tutoring and writing center theory.
• Strong technology skills and willingness to conduct asynchronous online tutoring.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Good personal hygiene and punctuality with appropriate notification for missed shifts.
• Desired qualifications include tutoring or mentoring experience, experience with English Language Learners, and familiarity with community colleges and their students.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: To be determined.
• Part-time temporary employees are eligible to participate in the TIAA retirement plan through Roth, SRA, or 457(B) accounts without College matching contributions.