Writing Tutor Job at Inside Higher Ed in Pasadena

Overview

The Writing Tutor provides individualized and group writing support to undergraduate and graduate students at Pacific Oaks College, both in-person and online. The role focuses on enhancing students’ writing and study skills, managing tutoring appointments, and responding to inquiries about Learning Center resources. Additionally, the tutor develops learning materials and occasionally leads writing workshops to promote academic success.

Position Summary

This is an on-campus, non-exempt position and reports to the Learning Assistance Specialist.

Essential Functions

• Provide tutoring to individual students and small groups, both in-person and online, tailored to a diverse, non-traditional student population.
• Connect with campus-based or online students via phone, email, or video conferencing platforms (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Zoom) to deliver remote writing support.
• Meet with students on campus to review and provide feedback on their assignments.
• Utilize technical tools to enhance learning experiences and manage daily operations at the Learning Center.
• Collaborate effectively with staff and students to support academic success.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Skills

Essential Skills

Abilities

Essential Abilities

Position Qualifications

Education

Experience

Working Conditions

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS : Office environment; typically, 70 degrees; noise level is usually quiet to moderately noisy while in the office.

Equipment Used

Physical & Mental Demands

Physical Demands : Standing, Lifting up to 3 lbs, Hearing, Speaking, Writing, Seeing, Typing

Environmental Conditions : Dust

Mental Demands : Reading; Periods of Concentrated Attention; Detailed Work; Frequent Contact with People; Multiple Concurrent Tasks

Travel

0% of total time

Compensation & Benefits

This opportunity is budgeted at $17.00-18.28 base compensation. Additional compensation factors may impact total compensation. Pacific Oaks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pacific Oaks participates in E-Verify and verifies identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired.

Note

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work. They are not exhaustive. This description preserves the required EEO notice and emphasizes the core responsibilities and qualifications.

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