Professional Tutor

Professional Tutor

The part-time Professional Tutor will provide one-on-one and small-group academic support to current SUNY Sullivan students within the One Stop Tutoring Center and, when needed, provide in-class support. The tutor will collaborate with faculty and staff to assist students in approaching a variety of subjects and work with them towards academic success.

Qualifications:

College background required, Bachelor's degree preferred

Ability to demonstrate strong knowledge in specific academic subjects

Ability to work with a diverse student population, at many skill levels, in a friendly and supportive way

Spanish Language fluency preferred, but not required

Duties and Responsibilities:

Review and reinforce what has been taught in classes for clarity and understanding through one-on-one or group tutoring

Support learning by:

providing expertise in specific content and cognitive areas

directing and maintaining focus of tutorial session

Refine students' study skills for independent learning through the use of individual, group, or workshop sessions; topic areas may include, but are not limited to:

note taking skills

college textbook and reading skills

test anxiety

time management

Mentor Peer Tutors

Disseminate information and refer students to other services such as academic advising, disability services, personal counseling, and career and transfer counseling.

Work collaboratively with faculty for assignment clarification and student guidance

Participate in tutorial training, staff meetings, and professional development provided by the Center for Learning and Student Development Services and SUNY Sullivan.

Maintain a professional atmosphere and workplace

Salary: This is a part-time hourly role with a pay range of $17.00 to $20.00 per hour, depending on experience. A comprehensive list of benefits associated with this role is accessible at

Application Process: Please submit your cover letter, resume or CV, and the contact information including emails for 3 professional references.