TRIO SSS Professional Tutor - Writing (PT)
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Passaic County Community College
Paterson, NJ, US
Summary
The tutor provides subject-specific content in writing, reading, and grammar to help students build academic confidence. They also mentor students to support overall academic and personal growth while upholding program policies.
Job Description
Join our Team
Are you passionate about helping students succeed? SSS Classic at PCCC is looking for a qualified Professional Tutor to support students in:
- Writing (including Reading, Grammar, Punctuation)
This is a part-time, hourly position. A great opportunity for candidates with a bachelor’s degree who are looking to make an impact on students’ academic journeys.
Examples of Duties
- Tutor/Mentor will play an active role in supporting the overall academic and personal growth of our students
- Provide subject-specific content to help students grasp and understand key concepts to build academic confidence.
- Uphold program policies and procedures at all times.
- Follow the guidance of the Assistant Director to assist in carrying out the program’s policies and procedures.
- Reinforce material students covered in the classroom.
Qualifications
- Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree in a related field
- A or B+ in the relevant subject
- 3.25 GPA or higher
- Tutoring experience is preferred
- Must be able to work with staff and advise / teach / tutor students from diverse backgrounds; must be sensitive to student needs
- Flexibility and genuine commitment to supporting first-generation, under-resourced, college-bound students
- Demonstrate professionalism, creativity, enthusiasm and encourage student success
- The pay rate is based upon experience and academic degree attainment
The completion of a background check will be required for the selected candidate.
Compensation: Compensation is determined by a variety of criteria, including but not limited to, previous relevant experience, education level, and certifications. The hourly pay range for this position is $17-$22, depending upon highest educational degree obtained.
Benefits:
- New Jersey Sick Leave: Earn 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked with a maximum of 40 hours of leave per benefit year. (Eligible to use after successful completion of probationary period.)
- Employee Assistance Program provides free, confidential, limited counseling services, work-life assistance, legal and financial guidance.
- Commuter Benefits: Free parking access is provided on site. An optional Transit Pre-Tax Plan is available which allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to purchase eligible transit expenses.
- NJ Defined Contribution Retirement Program provides eligible members with a tax-sheltered, defined contribution retirement benefit, along with life insurance and long-term disability coverage. (Must meet eligibility requirements.)
