A Tutor works with students who need additional help or review. Provides instruction in an academic subject, or reviews a particular class lesson, or assists with preparing for a test. Works with students one-on-one or in a small group, and usually meets with students outside of school.
Part-Time MCCC Professional Staff, 18.5 hours per week
Department:
Academic Centers for Enrichment (ACE) Reports to:
Director of Academic Support Programs Date:
August 7, 2026
General Summary:
The Academic Centers for Enrichment (ACE) promotes academic access, engagement, and achievement for the students of Middlesex Community College (MCC). Our department promotes the college's goal to create lifelong learners from all backgrounds by focusing on study skills and independent learning. At ACE, students find resources and support from peers that help to enhance their learning and academic performance. Resources such as tutoring, skill workshops, discussion workshops, and supplemental instruction are instrumental in filling critical subject and skill gaps for our student population. The Part-Time Learning Specialist is a knowledgeable, experienced, and creative leader committed to inclusive excellence. The Learning Specialist is responsible for the oversight of tutoring for individualized and group student learning sessions in the Academic Centers for Enrichment. The Learning Specialist is responsible for training, supervising, coaching, mentoring and evaluating the ACE Student Leaders.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Train, supervise, and evaluate ACE Student Leaders in accordance with the College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA) Guidelines and International Center Supplemental Instruction (ICSI) Guidelines Provide expertise and peer tutor development training in pedagogy, study skills, and student engagement Develop and facilitate workshops for the professional development of our ACE Student Leaders Collaborate and communicate with faculty to build academic support partnerships Provide classroom support by offering workshops on study skills, learning strategies, and discipline specific focused topics Serve as a mentor to ACE Student Leaders by providing support, resources, and opportunities for development Use Navigate to manage student appointments and track user data Assist in the preparation of the college's application to maintain certification by
CRLA & ICSI
Be an ACE representative at MCC events Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Eduation or relevant field of study Subject knowledge supported by, or evident in, a combination of experience and education in one or more of the following areas: English, Writing, ELL, Science, Mathematics Experience tutoring at the secondary or post-secondary level Knowledge of tutoring techniques and learning strategies Knowledge of small group and peer tutoring methodologies
Preferred Qualifications :
Master's Degree in Education or related field of study Experience working with community college students Bilingual skills, a plus College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA) certified or knowledge of program requirements
Additional Information:
Hourly Rate:
$36.55 per hour in accordance with
MCC Part-Time Wage Schedule Location:
Lowell campus with occasional travel to Bedford as needed
Hours:
18.5 hours per week, most of the hours are between 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Monday through Friday. A combination of timeframes and days of the week may be arranged based on the needs of the center and/or the learning specialist. Attendance at Friday meetings once per month from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM is required. Some summer hours are available
