ACE Student Leader-Peer Tutor Role at InsideHigherEd

About Middlesex Community College:

Middlesex Community College (MCC), established in 1970, provides access to affordable education to prepare individuals for success and lifelong learning. We promote academic excellence, provide workforce development opportunities, and empower all learners to become productive and socially responsible members of our local and global communities.

The College provides a broad range of services that are essential to attract, reward, and retain talented faculty and staff. The MCC community promotes a work environment where our employees feel supported and empowered to best serve our student population. We are proud to offer our classes on both the Bedford and Lowell campuses, as well as a robust online course offering. MCC is committed to transforming lives as we educate, challenge, and support all students as evident in our strategic plan.

Job Description:

ACE Student Leader - Peer Tutor Role: Peer tutors are faculty-recommended students who provide individual and small group tutoring sessions in subjects the tutor has attained a grade of B+ or better. Within their tutoring sessions, peer tutors integrate effective study and learning strategies as well as provide next steps to help the student become a successful, independent learner.

Essential Job Functions:

• Tutor students in specific course material in the subject(s) you are qualified to tutor
• Provide learning strategies and study tips to promote independent learning
• Maintain consistent communication with your direct supervisors
• Assist students in navigating Blackboard and understanding course expectations
• Help students in locating and submitting assignments
• Assist students in posting to a discussion board
• Assist students in developing time management, communication, and study skills to promote academic success
• Contribute to a friendly and productive learning environment within the ACE Department
• Provide support to students through Blackboard, Zoom, email, or on-campus meetings
• Assist in Academic Support workshops as needed
• Attend ACE Student Leader training and monthly meetings
• Be aware of and advocate for the other resources and services provided at MCC
• Model appropriate academic attitudes and behaviors to staff, faculty, and students
• Complete other ACE Department tasks as assigned

Requirements:

Position Requirements:

• Must have completed and earned a B+ or higher in the course(s) that you wish to tutor
• Maintain a minimum overall GPA of 3.0
• Attend ACE Student Leader monthly meetings
• Complete the required ACE Student Leader minimum 15-hour training
• Demonstrate knowledge and competence in, as well as a passion for, the subject(s) you tutor
• Demonstrate an ability to work and communicate well with students of various academic levels and diverse backgrounds
• Be available 4-6 hours per week for tutoring (between 9am-6pm)
• Effectively explain concepts to others and communicate study strategies to ensure academic success within the course
• Complete and submit all ACE Department assignments and paperwork in a timely manner
• Exhibit patience and positive attitudes in establishing an encouraging learning environment
• Exhibit good organizational, communication, and basic computing skills
• Work toward CRLA Level I certification

Additional Information:

Additional Information:

Salary: $18.25 per hour

To be considered for the Peer Tutor role:

• Submit your resume and cover letter through Interview Exchange
• Attend one of the ACE Department's online group information sessions
• Have a faculty member fill out a faculty recommendation form

Writing Tutors: Please write a brief reflective essay that responds to the following prompt, "What do you think your life, and the world around you, will look like in 20 years?" No sources should be used, but please include some specific examples of your ideas and an interesting title. The format is: 450-750 words, 12 point, Times New Roman font, double-spaced. Please email the essay to Lore Porter at: [email protected]

All ACE Student Leaders are required to engage in ongoing professional development

• Required ACE Training - Monday, January 12th, in-person, LC406B

Required- Monthly Meetings

• Friday, February 6th, 9:00am-11:30am (Lowell Campus, LC406B)
• Friday, March 6th, 9:30am-12:00pm (Bedford Campus, AR-Lib)
  • Shuttle from Lowell at 9:00am - returning shuttle 12pm
• Friday, April 17th, 9:00am-11:30am (Lowell Campus, LC406B)
• Friday, May1st, 8:30am-11:30am (Leadership Ceremony, Academic Arts Center)

Expected Start Date: January 2026

Application Deadline: End of the Fall 2025 Semester

Application Instructions:

Submit your resume and cover letter through Interview Exchange