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Associate Tutor Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Electrical Instructor

Pueblo, CO · On-site

$24 - $26/hr

Recognize the need for and initiate student support plans, warning, and tutoring as needed * Assist ... Completion of a Certificate Program, Associates Degree in Electrical or related field, Experience ...

LIAISON, SCHOOL COMMUNITY

Denver, CO · On-site

$22.69 - $27.23/hr

Tutor/mentor homeless students in/out of the classroom with academic, emotional, social support ... An Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in a related field, preferred. * 1+ years of related ...

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Associate Tutor information

What is an associate tutor?

Associate Tutors are individuals who assist lead instructors or professors in delivering educational content and supporting students' learning experiences. Their responsibilities often include leading small group discussions, grading assignments, providing feedback, and offering additional help to students outside of regular class hours. Associate Tutors are commonly found in universities, colleges, and sometimes in online learning environments. They play a key role in enhancing student engagement and ensuring academic success.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an associate tutor, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Associate Tutor, you need subject matter expertise, a relevant degree or qualification, and a foundational understanding of teaching methodologies. Familiarity with virtual learning environments (VLEs), online assessment tools, and digital collaboration platforms is often required. Strong communication, patience, and the ability to motivate and support diverse learners are standout soft skills. These skills ensure effective knowledge transfer, student engagement, and successful learning outcomes in both in-person and online educational settings.

What are some common challenges associate tutors face when supporting diverse student groups?

Associate Tutors often work with students from varied academic backgrounds and learning styles, which can present challenges in ensuring all students fully understand the material. Adapting teaching methods, managing group dynamics, and providing individualized support while maintaining course objectives are typical hurdles. Successful Associate Tutors are flexible communicators who seek continuous feedback and collaborate closely with lead instructors and academic staff to address students’ evolving needs.

What is the difference between Associate Tutor vs Teaching Assistant?

AspectAssociate TutorTeaching Assistant
Required CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree; some roles prefer or require a master'sUsually requires a high school diploma or equivalent; some positions may need a college background
Work EnvironmentWorks in educational institutions, often leading small groups or supporting instructionAssists teachers in classrooms, supporting lesson delivery and student supervision
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in colleges, universities, and tutoring centersCommon in K-12 schools and colleges

While both roles support education, Associate Tutors often lead or facilitate learning with more independence and typically require higher qualifications. Teaching Assistants mainly support teachers in classroom activities and may have fewer qualifications. Both roles are essential in educational settings but differ in responsibilities and credentials.

Which associate tutor jobs pay the most?

Higher-paying associate tutor positions are often found in specialized subjects such as test preparation, advanced sciences, or university-level courses. Salaries can also increase with experience, certifications, and working for private tutoring companies or institutions that serve affluent clients.

What are the most commonly searched types of Tutor jobs in Colorado?

The most popular types of Tutor jobs in Colorado are:

What cities in Colorado are hiring for Associate Tutor jobs?

Cities in Colorado with the most Associate Tutor job openings:

Infographic showing various Associate Tutor job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution.

Adjunct Faculty - Information Technology - CTU Colorado Springs (On Campus)

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Colorado Springs, CO • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 27 days ago


Job description

Position Description
Consistent with and supportive of CTU's mission (to provide industry-relevant higher education to a diverse student population through innovative technology and experienced faculty, enabling the pursuit of personal and professional goals), Adjunct Faculty members provide quality and innovative instruction and meaningful engagement with our students to successfully achieve the relevant course, program, and degree level outcomes and support their academic success.
Responsibilities
  • Prepare relevant, insightful, and engaging instructional materials and utilize existing course materials that support learning by CTU's student population.
  • Provide instruction in assigned courses (including applicable laboratory or work that is integral to the courses) that aligns with CTU's curricula and outcomes, instructional modalities, course technologies, and faculty expectations.
  • Engage and communicate with students to encourage their course participation and learning while maintaining mutual respect and professionalism.
  • Relate professional/industry experience to CTU's Professional Learning Model by the continuation of professional/technical skills development, introduction of professional/industry perspectives into courses, and active awareness of professional/industry trends and opportunities.
  • Maintain accessibility for and provide timely responsiveness to students, academic/faculty leadership, and University staff by telephone, CTU e-mail, and other appropriate means of communication.
  • Establish and maintain weekly office hours for student questions/support.
  • Assess student performance on course assignments and provide assignment feedback to support continued student growth and development.
  • Maintain appropriate documentation of student course activities.
  • Work with appropriate CTU teams (e.g., advising, academic/faculty leadership, and University staff) and leverage appropriate information to identify and support students who may be exceptional or challenged in their coursework and/or educational endeavors.
  • Refer students to appropriate co-curricular and extra-curricular resources (e.g., advising, tutoring, library, learning centers, and career services).
  • Participate in and contribute to CTU's academic governance through attendance at appropriate University/college/program meetings and participation in the academic assessment and institutional effectiveness process (including completion of appropriate surveys and participation in continuous improvement initiatives).
  • Successfully complete required new faculty certification training, course-specific technology/pedagogical training, annual ethics and information technology policy training, and annual faculty development requirements.
  • Provide periodic required documentation of ongoing and updated licensures, certifications, immunizations (as appropriate to the specific college/program), scholarship, and academic/professional experience (e.g., CVs/resumes).
  • Work closely with Program Chair and/or Lead Faculty (as appropriate).
  • Perform other responsibilities and abide by the appropriate policies and procedures contained in CTU's Faculty Handbook.

Required Skills
  • Strong organizational and time management skills, with proficiency in meeting deadlines and urgency in responding to questions/requests.
  • Strong interpersonal and oral presentation/written communication skills.
  • Proficiency in working effectively, cooperatively, and flexibly in a team environment.
  • Proficiency with standard office and mobile applications (i.e., word processing, presentations, e-mail, calendaring, teleconferencing, text messaging, personal computers, and smart phones/tablets).

Required Experience
  • Master's degree in Information Technology from an institution regionally accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (or international equivalent)
  • 3 or more years of professional experience related to degree
  • Teaching experience at a college or university level
  • Experience in Information Technology and Computer Networking

What we offer*
CTU generally compensates its Adjunct Faculty on a per quarter credit hour rate that takes into consideration a variety of factors, including campus (online and campus), degree level (undergraduate and graduate), and faculty rank (Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor); the base rate for an Adjunct Faculty can range between $331.50 and $603.64 per credit hour.
*Most benefits apply to full-time employees. Some benefits apply to part-time employees as well. Benefits may vary by location and position and are subject to change at any time. Ask your recruiter for full details and information about eligible dependents.
About Colorado Technical University (CTU)
For 55 years, Colorado Technical University has helped students fit a real-world education into their busy daily lives. With nearly 80 degree programs and concentrations in which students can pursue a variety of degrees at the Associate, Bachelor's, Master's and Doctoral level. CTU provides flexible online classes, accessible through the Virtual Campus and the innovative, award winning CTU Mobile app. CTU has two brick and mortar campus locations in Colorado Springs and Denver South, Colorado. With the help of faculty and industry professionals, CTU has awarded over 109,000 degrees to traditional campus and online students since 1965. For more information about CTU, visit www.coloradotech.edu.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Colorado Technical University is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and considers all persons without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.