Prison Program Professional Tutor Mathematics, English, Business (Pool) - Mount Wachusett Community College

Prison Program Professional Tutor Mathematics, English, Business (Pool) - Mount Wachusett Community College Harvard University, United States about 23 hours ago

Location:

Cambridge, MASSACHUSETTS Details

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Summary:

Summary here. Details

Posted:

27-Mar-26

Location:

Gardner, Massachusetts

Categories:

Executive

Internal Number:

198572

Location:

Gardner, Shirley, MA Category:

Part Time (Non-Benefit)

Posted On:

Thu Mar 26 2026

Job Description:

This particular job posting is a "Pool" position. There may or may not be available openings at this time however, when an opening does occur, the hiring manager will draw from the pool of applicants we have on file on an as needed basis. Applicants for positions will not be notified of their status unless they are contacted to come in for an interview, which might occur soon after ing or as much as a year later.

General Statement of Duties:

Tutor students in the Prison Program. Tutors assist students in subject areas of math, English, and business. This position helps students make academic progress, while promoting independent learning and self-reliance. Tutors who are able to assist in multiple subject areas are in most depend. Provides individual and small group tutoring.

Assists in training new tutors,Maintains active and current tracking for tutoring services provided to students,Other services as requested by the Director of Academic Support Services and Testing Services. The Tutors chosen for this position will be required to enter Massachusetts Correctional Institute, which will function as an off campus location for Mount Wachusett Community College. The classroom will follow all standards and expectations that are found on traditional campuses. For an applicant for employment who meets the minimum entrance requirements, the Commonwealth may review later in the application process, if applicable:

• Criminal Offender Record Information (C.O.R.I.) and;
• Sex Offender Registry Information (S.O.R.I.) and;
• The Central Registry of Child Abuse/Neglect reports maintained in accordance with M.

G.L. chapter 119, section 51B. Responsibilities Provides individual and small group tutoring in the Prison Program. Able to provide assistance to multiple students concurrently. Ability to use appropriate learning techniques/strategies to achieve specific learning outcomes. Helps students develop positive attitudes toward learning and studying. Use question and answer approach with student(s) to determine nature of issue to be focused on in tutoring session. Demonstrate good communication skills, including listening with understanding and patience. Demonstrate knowledge of general and subject-specific study strategies and various approaches to learning. Provide examples of best practices for completing assignments in subject matter. Encourage students to learn by empowering them to find information/answers. Does not assist students with tests or quizzes. Assists in training new tutors. Sitting in designated areas to help students. Remain in tutoring area during scheduled shift/appointment. Able to maintain boundaries of student/tutor relationship in a professional and ethical manner. Maintains records of student use by completing departmental forms and paperwork. Ensure that students complete paperwork fully and completely. Assist MWCC students only. Attend college Reading and Learning Association (CRLA) trainings each semester, meeting the prescribed attendance guidelines. Continuous professional development is expected of all tutors. Review materials regarding tutoring practices. Review Academic Support Center handouts and materials for accuracy. Remain current with course expectations to best assist students (i.e. current citation formats, computer textbook tools used in classroom, etc.). Deficiencies in skills should be improved on an ongoing basis. Understand college offices and departments in order to make referrals for students (i.e. librarians for research assistance, advising office for advising needs, etc.). Check MWCC staff email regularly. Complete and submit timesheets weekly by the deadline date/time. Review materials about tutoring when not assisting a student. Use of personal computers, cell phones, or other devices should be limited to emergency only situations. Use of headphones is prohibited unless approved by the Director or appropriate designee. Refer student concerns to Director of Academic Support and Testing Services. Maintain student confidentiality according to FERPA regulations. Other services as requested by the Director of Academic Support and Testing Services.

WRITING TUTOR

Engage in conversation with students about written work and allow them to take their own notes. Do not write notes or edit on students' papers.

MATH TUTOR

Become familiar math tools used by students. Stay current with calculator technology.

Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree or higher required; Must have received an A- or better in subject matter wishing to tutor; Overall GPA of 3.3 or higher; Strong interpersonal skills; Ability to relate to under-prepared and first-generation college students, as well as students with learning disabilities; Prior teaching or tutorial experience preferred Equivalency Statement Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.

Additional Information:

Salary:

$36.55-47.95 per hour based on Interval- Professional Staff Member (Eff 1/26)

Employee Status:

Part Time

Benefits:

No Hours per

Week:

Not to exceed 18 hrs per week

Number of Weeks:

Up to 52 Mount Wachusett Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions, gender identity, sex characteristics, sex stereotypes or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits Sex-Based Harassment. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, or retaliation shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action Officer and/or Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights. Create a Job Match for Similar Jobs About Mount Wachusett Community College We are an innovative institution for teaching and learning excellence. Students and faculty are at the center of everything we do. If you are looking for the opportunity to come to work every day and help students achieve their dreams, Mount Wachusett Community College is the place for you. Our faculty, staff, and administration forge the direction of the college together - from governance to defining our mission. We understand that for our institution to remain relevant we must continually examine and refine the ways we serve our students. We strive to create an environment where students, faculty and staff feel comfortable and where new ideas and perspectives are encouraged and rewarded. We respect and honor our differences and make them work toward the advantage of all. The college is committed to attracting the best faculty and staff for our students, regardless of race, color, religious creed, age, physical or mental disability, sex, national origin or ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information or veteran status. About the College Mount Wachusett Community College is an accredited, public two-year institution serving 29 cities and towns in North Central ...Massachusetts. The picturesque269-acre main campus is located in Gardner, Massachusetts; satellite sites are located in Leominster, Fitchburg, and Devens. The college offers over 45 associate degree and certificate programs, as well as adult basic education and high school equivalency programs, education and training for business and industry, and noncredit professional and personal enrichment programs. MWCC is on the forefront of state and national civic engagement and service learning initiatives and is nationally recognized as a veteran- friendly school. MWCC is in the process of constructing a $42 million science and technology building to support growing STEM programs. The college community enjoys many resources including the East Wing Art Gallery; the 555-seat Theatre at the Mount which hosts a variety of productions annually; the Fitness and Wellness Center, which offers a wide assortment of fitness classes, exercise equipment and an Olympic-size swimming pool; a complete library with access to thousands of on-line publications and data bases, as well as electronic classrooms. In addition, through its membership in the CWMARS regional library system, access is available to all other public and academic libraries in the region. Our Green Commitment In addition, if sustainability is important to you, Mount Wachusett Community College offers the chance to work at one of the greenest colleges in the nation. We are the largest greenhouse gas reducer of any Massachusetts state college, university, or agency, as recognized by the 2011 Leading By Example Award from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. We have also been nationally recognized with a Climate Leadership Award from Second Nature, the supporting organization of the American College and University Presidents' Climate Commitment, and several other organizations. Our Gardner campus features two 1.65 MW Vestas V82 wind turbines that are propelling us to near-carbon neutrality for campus operations. With the college's biomass and solar technologies incorporated into the mix, coupled with significant efficiency improvements, MWCC generates nearly all of its energy on-site to operate as a near-zero net energy campus. About our benefitsOur full-time faculty and staff enjoy a liberal benefits package, including generous retirement plans, eleven health insurance options, dental care, life insurance and long-term disability insurance. In addition, we offer a tuition remission program which provides education benefits at Massachusetts state colleges, community colleges, and University of Massachusetts Colleges for full-time employees, their spouses and dependent children. Education and lifelong learning are valued here. Additionally, sabbatical opportunities and other professional development opportunities are possible. About the regionMount Wachusett Community College is located a few hours from the stunning beaches of the Cape Cod National Seashore, an hour's drive from the cultural attractions and big city lights of Boston, and forty-minutes from the county seat of Worcester, with museums, a thriving restaurant scene, and excellent amenities. A wide variety of state and national parks, including the Appalachian Trail, the White Mountains, the Berkshires and the Green Mountains are all a day-trip away. The best that New England has to offer is here: quaint villages, bustling cities, and beautiful vistas. The Boston Museum of Fine Arts, the Worcester Art Museum and the Fitchburg Art Museum offer incredible collections. There are opportunities for great shopping in area cities, towns, and nearby outlet malls. North Central Massachusetts is home to excellent public, charter and private schools as well as an affordable lifestyle. Hiking, biking, and walking trails are spread throughout the region as well, for those seeking to maintain an active outdoor lifestyle. We hope you will consider ing for one of our open positions, and discover all that Mount Wachusett Community College and the North Central Massachusetts region have to offer. Show more Show less Connections working at Mount Wachusett Community College More Jobs from This Employer main.hercjobs.org/jobs/22152870/prison-program-professional-tutor-mathematics-english-business-pool-mount-wachusett-community-college Return to Search Results Similar Positions Upward Bound Summer Residential Tutor, University of Massachusetts Boston, United States, about 21 hours ago

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