Part-Time TRiO Reading & Writing Tutor

Kentucky Community and Technical College System • Bowling Green, KY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Writing Tutors will support student learning by providing guidance on written assignments, helping them understand course materials, and strengthening their overall writing and study skills. Rather than simply providing answers, tutors engage students in collaborative learning, encouraging independent thought and skill development. Reading & Writing tutors aim to create a welcoming, encouraging environment that helps students feel supported, motivated, and more confident in their reading & writing abilities. This position reports to the Program Coordinator and provides tutoring support through TRiO’s SSS Program. Tutoring sessions are conducted one-on-one, lasting between 30 – 60 minutes or more, either in person in the Building J Resource Room or online via Microsoft Teams. Additional responsibilities include recording tutoring data, completing required training, and assisting with any duties SSS might need. Tutoring is conducted in person in the Resource Room in Building J and online via Microsoft Teams.

Requirements

• Grade of an A or B in college-level writing courses (ENG 101 & ENG 102 or equivalent preferred).
• Successful completion of 12+ college credits at an accredited college.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA (if currently enrolled in college).
• Strong writing skills demonstrated through coursework, professional experience, or tutoring experience.
• Patient, kind, and dependable, with a passion for helping others succeed.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to explain and reinforce writing concepts clearly.
• Effective organization and time management skills.
• Maintain competence in subjects tutored by reviewing course materials.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Outlook, Teams, Student Access, and Blackboard (or willingness to learn).

Nice To Haves

• Successful completion of 12+ credits of SKYCTC college courses.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree (or currently pursuing one).
• One professional recommendation (one from an English faculty member preferred).

Responsibilities

• Support student learning by providing guidance on written assignments.
• Help students understand course materials.
• Strengthen students' overall writing and study skills.
• Engage students in collaborative learning, encouraging independent thought and skill development.
• Create a welcoming, encouraging environment that helps students feel supported, motivated, and more confident in their reading & writing abilities.
• Record tutoring data.
• Complete required training.
• Assist with any duties SSS might need.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree