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Del Mar College
PROFESSIONAL WRITING TUTOR - STONE WRITING CENTER POOL
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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.
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Job Description
Posting Details Position Information Posting Number PT23 Job Title
PROFESSIONAL WRITING TUTOR
- STONE
WRITING CENTER POOL
Department Stone Writing Center Position Type Non-Exempt Employment Status Part-Time Salary Level II- $19.50/hr; Level III
- $21.
- Bachelor's Degree in English or related field. Level III (PSTWCEMPTH20)
- Bachelor's Degree in English or related field One (1) year teaching or tutoring experience at college level One (1) year supervisory experience Knowledge of learning management systems One (1) year working at Del Mar College Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Solid academic standing and strong writing abilities.
- Strong commitment to helping other students become more effective writers.
- Experience working with students from different cultural backgrounds, with students of all levels of ability, or with students who have special disabilities.
- Knowledge of documentation styles, including MLA and APA .
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills with students, faculty, and staff.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word.
- Advanced communication skills to articulate appropriate suggestions for writing improvement.
- Knowledge of learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard, etc.).
- Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.
Preferred Qualifications Level II:
- One year teaching or tutoring experience.
- One year of supervisory experience.
- Experience with social media such as Twitter and blogs.
- Experience with online tutoring or teaching.
- Knowledge of learning management systems (preferably Canvas).
- Experience using mobile devices in educational settings.
- Ability to work independently and to take initiative in fulfilling responsibilities
Level III :
- Master's degree in English or closely-related field
- Experience with social media such as Twitter and blogs
- Experience with online tutoring or teaching
- Knowledge of Canvas
- Experience using mobile devices in educational settings
- Ability to work independently and to take initiative in fulfilling responsibilities Special Instructions to Applicants This is a security-sensitive position.
Guiding Star III :
Cultivate , all employees are encouraged to actively participate in opportunities that promote personal and professional growth, advance a culture of belonging, and strengthen the College's ability to serve its students and community. Job Duties Job Duty Tutor writers of all levels and disciplines on a variety of writing assignments and projects. Job Duty Conduct one-on-one writing consultations with students on campus or in an online environment. Job Duty Assist students in interpreting an assignment sheet, talking through ideas for a paper, discussing course readings, or planning for a paper. Encourage students to consider appropriate choices regarding audience, focus, purpose, reasoning, and organization. Job Duty Enable students to acquire research strategies, integrate scholarly sources, and apply proper documentation (e.g., MLA , APA , Chicago). Help students strengthen editing skills, choose appropriate vocabulary, and apply technical conventions of academic writing. Job Duty Interact with students from different cultural backgrounds and with students who speak English as a second language. Work effectively with students of all levels of ability, including students who need accommodations. Job Duty Conduct small group tutorials. Job Duty Design digital and print instructional resources; develop and facilitate workshops on selected topics. Market the Stone Writing Center through classroom visits and other activities. Maintain Stone Writing Center as a welcoming space for all. Job Duty Supervise student assistants. Maintain accurate tutoring records. Mentor newer tutors. Meet regularly with supervisor. Participate in ongoing training. Job Duty Maintain orderliness and operation of the Center (opening and closing, checking supplies, filing, administrative tasks, flexibility in work hours to ensure adequate coverage, etc.) Job Duty Assist the Director and Assistant Instructors with administrative tasks and special projects, as needed. Other tasks as assigned by supervisor. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (- ).
- Do you have a Bachelor's degree in English or related field? Yes. No.
- This position requires the ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.