Part-Time: Tutor I, Learning Commons at InsideHigherEd
Job Description
- Tuition waiver for employee on Aims courses
- Access to the PERC (Aims gym) for employee & one guest
- Aims Discount program
- Free parking on all campuses
- PERA employer (see www.copera.org for comprehensive benefits)
- Additional supplemental benefits & retirement programs available
Job Description:
Aims Community College actively supports an environment that embraces the College's Mission, Vision, Values and a culture of innovation and care. The College embraces and seeks to hire individuals who want to be a part of this environment and have the skill sets necessary to be successful in this position.This tutor position focuses on learner-centered support, boosting students' confidence and success. You'll guide students in developing independent learning skills while maintaining effective communication with the Program Coordinator. The role emphasizes maintaining accurate documentation and actively participating in tutor trainings and observations. Additionally, you'll create a learner-centered environment and promote the use of campus resources. Flexibility is expected, and adherence to Aims Community College's student and staff policies is required. Occasional travel may be required.Academic Support & Tutoring is looking for a math tutor, a science tutor, and a writing/study skills tutor for a few hours a week for the Spring 2026 semester starting in January.
Job Duties:
Conducts individual, group and/or drop-in in-person and remote tutoring sessions for assigned courses.
Approaches tutoring with a learner-centered focus to increase students’ confidence and success.
Has strong oral and written skills. Communicates with tutoring supervisor to ensure effective tutoring methodologies. Understands and supports the student-teacher relationship.
Maintains accurate and timely documentation of tutoring sessions.
Guides students on how to develop active and independent learning skills.
Adapts strategies for specific learning differences.
Attends and participates in regular one-on-one and group training sessions.
Communicates with academic department and supervisor to stay current on best practices in tutoring.
Able to work with people from diverse backgrounds.
May attend courses being tutored to promote services or provide support in the classroom.
Performs other duties as assigned by the tutoring supervisor.
Adheres to student and staff policies as determined by Aims Community College.
Minimum Qualifications:
Two-year degree or its equivalent (junior level status at a college or university).
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students and staff from diverse backgrounds.
Interest in professional development and being a life-long learner.
Grades: Grade of "A" or "B" in the subject/content being tutored or documented experience equivalent to a grade of "A" or "B" in the subject/content to be tutored.
Preferred Qualification:
Bilingual in Spanish
Required Documents:
Resume
Cover Letter
Copy of Transcripts
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