Job Description

Primary Responsibility

Under the supervision of designated supervisor, the Tutor I role provides academic support and guidance to students, helping them understand course materials, improve study skills and achieve their academic goals. This position provides personalized academic support to students in both individual and group settings. Fostering a supportive and encouraging environment where students feel engaged and comfortable to ask questions and seek help. This position is designed to support students in our nursing program. Coursework in Pharmacology, Ethics and Legality, Theory, Anatomy and Physiology, Microbiology, etc. as well as familiarity in the CMC nursing program is ideal.

*Tutor I, II, or III may be hired, depending on candidate qualifications.

Title: Tutor I, Part-time*

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Hiring Rate: $21.55

Title: Tutor II, Part-time*

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Hiring Rate: $23.94

Title: Tutor III, Part-time*

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Hiring Rate: $30.47

Benefits include retirement contribution, annual and sick time, mental health resources, and tuition benefit. CMC utilizes a wage progression compensation model that accounts for a candidate's skill and experience. Although a hiring rate is listed, this will be set commensurate with the successful candidate's qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

*This is a part-time position which is limited to 28 hours per CMC's workweek. CMC's workweek is Saturday through Friday.

Position anticipated to close on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 or until filled.

Pre-requisites for Position (Qualifications Standards)

Education and experience sufficient for the rigors of the position. Examples may include an Associates degree from an accredited institution in the area of tutoring or in the subject area or closely related area plus six months related work experience; High School Diploma/GED and three years related work experience or equivalent education and experience that will provide the necessary knowledge, skill and abilities to perform the functions of the position.

Experience in the field: Teaching/tutoring experience, particularly in post-secondary courses, preferred. Other relevant work experience that demonstrates either knowledge of the content or the ability to work with students or the ability to communicate ideas effectively.

Special Skills or abilities directly applicable to the position: Excellent interpersonal communication skills required. Basic computer literacy. Ability to interact with a diverse student population. Exhibit exceptional verbal, written, analytical, and interpersonal skills. Maintain confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism. Organize and prioritize work while exercising flexibility, teamwork, and humor.

Welcoming. Innovative. Focused on Student Success. These principles reflect the soul of CMC. They guide us in building our teams, cultivating leaders, and expanding our approaches and mindset. They guide us to be an institution of higher education thats the right fit for every faculty member, staff, student, and community member in its trust. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to working effectively with students, employees, and community members of all backgrounds.

Each role at Colorado Mountain College contributes to the institutions sustainability initiatives by fostering environmental stewardship, supporting sustainable practices in daily operations, and advancing a culture of ecological responsibility that aligns with our commitment to balance the needs of current generations not to compromise the needs of future generations.

Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities preferred.

Essential Duties

• Meet with student or students in-person or online and provide personalized academic support.

• Offer patience, positive reinforcement, and enthusiasm to students with diverse needs and backgrounds.

• Use active listening strategies to allow students to determine content and pace of tutoring and encourage their active participation during the session.

• Cooperate with and work under the supervision of staff, faculty, and other tutors. Communicate and seek assistance as needed.

• Completes required training, bi-weekly time sheets, evaluation procedures, and reports as requested.

• Respect students rights to confidentiality and follow legal guidelines regarding dispersal of information.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

The position reports to a designated supervisor. Position usually works within the framework of responsibilities but may require guidance at times.

Supervisory Responsibility

Position has no supervisory responsibility.

Special Conditions of Employment

Successful completion of a background check including a motor vehicles records report required. Incumbents in this position will adhere to all safety and compliance policies of Colorado Mountain College while performing all duties assigned.

Working Conditions

This position requires constant sitting, occasional walking, standing and driving; occasional handling objects, pushing/pulling; frequent reaching with hands/arms, and use of finger movements; occasional lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling objects up to 50 lbs. Constant written and oral communication and the ability to reason and analyze and perform calculations occasionally. Work is performed using a computer and standard office equipment daily and driving a vehicle occasionally.

CMC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the College will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADA Coordinator, Human Resources, benefits@coloradomtn.edu

NOTE: This position description is intended to indicate the basic nature of positions allocated to this class and provide examples of typical duties that may be assigned. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Each role at Colorado Mountain College contributes to the institutions sustainability initiatives by fostering environmental stewardship, supporting sustainable practices in daily operations, and advancing a culture of ecological responsibility that aligns with our commitment to balance the needs of current generations not to compromise the needs of future generations.

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