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Tutor - Write Place
Job no: 495181
Position Type: Temporary
Location: Elgin, IL
Experience Level: Mid-Level
Categories: Tutors
Role: Tutor - Write Place
About ECC:
Work Schedule:
Rate of Pay:
FLSA Status:
Grant Funded:
Job Summary:
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Bachelor’s Degree in English, writing, or related area.
Must be responsible, independent workers who maintain an on-time commitment.
Must possess sensitivity to the needs of disadvantaged/at-risk students.
Must possess sensitivity for students of all cultures and backgrounds.
Knowledge of, or willingness to learn, how to tutor students with disabilities.
Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Previous teaching experience preferred, especially with high school or college level students.
Master's level coursework or Master's degree in English or writing preferred.
Essential Duties:
1. Help students improve their writing skills as they work on writing assignments for any class, not just English. Provide help with grammar and punctuation, formatting, documentation, etc., at any stage during the writing process.
2. Reinforce classroom instruction, encourage academic progress, and maintain an atmosphere conducive to learning. Maintain confidentiality regarding the students they serve.
3. Maintain student records, timesheets, and other paperwork.
4. Attend department meetings and training sessions. Participate in discussions regarding ways to better serve students.
5. Refer students to the Write Place Director or Senior Director of Academic Support Services, if appropriate.
Other Duties:
Other duties as assigned that pertain to the job description
Physical Demands:
Sedentary (up to 10 lbs occasionally, sitting most of the time)
Visual Acuity:
Visual Acuity (arm’s length)
Work Environment:
Moderate noise
Environmental Conditions:
Typical office or administrative
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Elgin Community College does not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination, against any member of its community on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender/gender identity, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law in matters of admissions, employment, or in any aspect of the educational programs or activities it offers.
In addition, Elgin Community College provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment practices, educational opportunities, and programs and services. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the College’s EEO/AA Officer. Determinations on request for a reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Advertised: April 1, 2025 Central Daylight Time
Applications close:
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