Writing Tutor Jobs in Bend, OR (NOW HIRING)

Position Details
Position Information
Position Title
Writing Tutor - Positions Across Various Campuses (Part Time, Temporary Hourly, Non-Benefited)
Classification Title
Temporary PT Hourly
Hourly rate, Stipend, or Load Unit
$16.07
Close Date
06/30/2027
Open Until Filled
Yes
Open Until Filled Notes
Position Type/Employee Class
Temporary PT Hourly
Instructor Status
Not applicable
Overtime Eligible
Non-Exempt
FLSA Status
Campus Location
Bend
Primary Purpose
The Writing Tutor is responsible for the support of academic success of the College students. Provide personalized attention and offer own pace learning to enrolled students within the College district.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Be in the Writing Center ready to tutor during scheduled hours each week.
• Follow the policies of the COCC Tutoring and Testing department governing tutors.
• Follow the CRLA Tutor Code of Ethics.
• Tutor COCC students in reading, writing, and study skills to support instruction.
• Complete 10 hours of College Reading & Learning Association Tutor training within the first year of employment (paid time).
• Be, or become familiar with, academic writing assignments and structures.
• Perform other essential functions as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.

Department Specific
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the duties and responsibilities of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. The individual is expected to follow College work rules and policies.

• Must be able to work with minimal supervision within a team environment. Must be able to take direction from all Tutoring and Testing staff and from all HR staff members.
• Knowledge of and ability to remain current with curriculum by engaging faculty and fellow tutors in subject mastery.
• Able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using the English language with or without the use of an interpreter.
• Strong skills in arithmetic, grammar, spelling, editing and proofreading skills.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and oral and written communication skills, including displaying empathy and developing rapport quickly and easily with new people.
• Ability to work independently, to use good judgment with respect to priorities and deadlines, with minimal supervision within a "team environment."
• Ability to communicate information effectively regarding College policies and procedures to students.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and faculty from diverse backgrounds effectively and diplomatically, both in-person and on the telephone.
• Ability to manage conflicts within and/or between groups and to work in a team environment.
• Ability to develop strong working relationships with people from different cultural backgrounds and other aspects of human diversity.
• Ability to meet deadlines, set work priorities, and manage workload.
• Ability to use software programs and database systems which include Microsoft Office Suite, email, website editing, basic desktop publishing, and modern office equipment, and to troubleshoot software currently in use in the subject area supported.

Ergonomic Requirements
Work is performed during regular working hours and in an ordinary office, mostly sitting. Computer screen is used approximately 20% of the time. The employee is regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms and requires near visual acuity to write, read written materials and computer screens, and sufficient hearing and speech ability for ordinary telephonic conversations. All individuals are required to be able to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Minimum Requirements
Education:

• Bachelor's degree in English or a similar field.

Experience:

• Proficiency with writing, grammar, spelling, editing, and proofreading.
• Must complete 10 hours of College Reading & Learning Association tutor training within the first year of employment (paid time).

Equivalency Statement
The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency, applicants must indicate how they qualify under equivalency by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience:

• Familiarity with academic writing at the community college level or with COCC writing curriculum.
• Experience as a writing teacher or as a professional writer.
• Experience tutoring writing at the community college level.
• Experience with academic research.
• CRLA tutor training certifications.
• Appropriate interpersonal skills to work with stressed student populations.

EEO Statement
The goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty, staff and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal, it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran or military status, pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program, activities or employment. Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at 541.383.7216 or the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541.383.7211.
This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities. When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties, any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1, N-2, or N-3.
In support of COCC's EEO statement, bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus, along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting.