Job Description

College: DCC

Department: Academic Affairs

Sub department: Communication

Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Tutor

Duties and Responsibilities:

One-on-One Student Coaching
• Coach students in all processes of effective writing, college-level reading, and presentation skills
• Support students in developing revision plans for their assignments and sustainable learning habits
• Provide encouraging, constructive feedback that empowers students to grow as learners
• Meet with students both in-person and virtually

Create a Welcoming Environment
• Be part of a team that maintains a friendly, inclusive space where all students feel supported and affirmed
• Connect students with additional campus resources when helpful
• Build positive relationships while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries

Professional Development and Administrative Tasks
• Complete required trainings toward CRLA/ITTPC Level 1 & 2 Tutor Certification
• Maintain session records using the Center’s student information system
• Complete daily documentation to help improve our services

This position is ideal for recent graduates, career changers, or professionals seeking experience in education and student support services We are committed to hiring talented individuals who can effectively support all students in achieving their academic goals. We value candidates with multilingual competency, varied life experiences, and the ability to connect with students from different backgrounds.

Required Education Bachelor’s Degree

Required Experience

• Strong academic writing background with demonstrated excellence in written communication; proficiency in MLA and/or APA style
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to work with a variety of student populations
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (especially Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook), Adobe Acrobat, Google Suite, and Zoom

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience in education, especially public post-secondary institutions
• Proficiency with Canva, Google Slides, and/or Prezi
• Experience with institutional student information systems

Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. DCC is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.