Temporary Part-time Writing Center Tutoring Assistant Job at Tennessee Board of

Temporary Part-time Writing Center Tutoring Assistant

Salary: $15.00 per hour

Campus Location: Walters State Community College - Morristown Campus (Employees are assigned to a “home” location but may occasionally or regularly be required to work at other WSCC locations.)

Job Purpose: The purpose of this position is to assist the Writing Center Director with management and coverage of the lab and with student tutoring sessions.

Essential Job Functions

• Tutor students in writing for multiple disciplines through in-person and online sessions.
• Monitor and assist student tutors during walk-in sessions and with online feedback.
• Assist the English Learning Lab Technician with daily management and tutoring processes.
• Provide support to faculty through materials development and class visits.
• Assist other divisional support staff on occasion with various tasks including work orders, print requests, and requisitions.
• Provide back-up coverage for division’s reception area.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• An Associate’s degree or higher in English or in another academic discipline with demonstrated success as a student in English courses
• Experience in tutoring
• Ability to use a computer with internet capabilities and a printer

Preferred Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in English
• Experience in writing instruction
• Experience with online course instruction

Essential Job Functions (Continued)

• Works effectively as a team member to achieve goals and objectives.
• Shares information readily with others and listens effectively, showing openness to new ideas.
• Treats team members with dignity and trust and shows respect for others’ race, nationality, gender, age, background, perspectives, experience and style.
• Displays a high degree of personal effectiveness; pursues objectives with consistent determination; willing and prepared to accept personal responsibility for actions, both positive and negative.
• Treats team members with respect and willingly responds to requests for assistance from team members.
• Respects the College’s heritage and mission while embracing important changes that advance the College’s mission.
• Exercises discretion and forethought in the efficient utilization of organizational resources.

Leadership & Supervisory

The employee in this position is responsible for directing and monitoring student workers within the English Learning Lab. The incumbent performs most tasks without the consultation of others; resources, guidelines, or a supervisor are available for consultation as needed. Work is checked largely towards the completion of objectives.

Environment & Working Conditions

Temperature-controlled environment with occasional fluctuations and good lighting; moderate noise level; regular interruptions.

Physical Demands

• Requires extended periods of time working on a computer, staring at a monitor, and using keyboard and mouse.
• Utilizes telephone and email for regular communications.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of this job.

REQ # 501694

Posting Closes: Friday, October 3, 2025