Writing/Reading Tutor - PTT

HTU; Lincoln (NE); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

TIAA retirement plan (Roth/SRA/457)

Job summary

HTU in Lincoln, Nebraska seeks a part-time Writing and Reading Tutor to support SCC students and staff in person and online using Smarthinking. You will follow tutoring center theory and keep accurate session records.

The role requires at least 60 college credits in English or related field, strong written and spoken communication, and reliable attendance. Prior tutoring is preferred; asynchronous online tutoring training is provided.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Tutoring in writing

Reading tutoring

Online tutoring

Technology skills

Education

60 semester credits in English or related field

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.