LLC - Tutor

Job Statement:

As a tutor, you will share your skills and knowledge with the students of HTIC and help them excel in their studies and in the acquisition of English as a second language.  The tutors offer students the opportunity to receive assistance on assignments, discuss projects, clarify their understandings of readings and improve their English-language conversation abilities. 

Essential Functions:

·        Assists with writing assignments ranging from short paragraphs to research papers.

·        Assists with reading skills such as reading comprehension

·        Assists students with oral communication skills including rate, accuracy, and fluency

·        Listen and provide feedback on student presentations

·        Subject-specific tutors will also assist students in writing, reading and oral communication.

·        Follows all guidelines, policies and procedures as written in the Tutor’s guide.

Minimum Qualifications:

·        Junior level college student with a minimum 3.0/4.0 GPA and a major in TESL, English, or Mathematics equally relevant experience.

·        Have a strong working knowledge of American English grammar.

·        Excellent communication skills especially with regard to working with non-native speakers.

Desired Qualifications:

·        Previous experience as a tutor.

·        Interest in the education of international students.

·        Previous experience working with non-native English-speakers or international students.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

·        Be able to sit for duration of shift.

·        Be detailed oriented and able to repeat same task often.

·        Works in a controlled indoor environment.