Position Summary
*Updated 1/28/26
The Professional English/Reading Tutor provides supplemental academic support to eligible TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) participants to promote persistence, good academic standing, and timely graduation. This position focuses on strengthening students’ reading, writing, and comprehension skills through individualized and small-group tutoring and academic skill development.
The tutor does not provide primary instruction, teach credit-bearing courses, or assign grades, and functions solely as a supplemental academic support role in accordance with federal TRIO Student Support Services regulations.
Local Salary Schedule ($20.15 per hour up to 19 hours per week) Grant-Funded This is a grant-funded position. Continued employment is contingent upon funding from the grant. Non-probationary status is not attainable by employment in this position, the funding and duration of which are finite.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide individual and small-group tutoring in English, reading, and related academic skill areas to TRIO SSS participants.
- Assist students in developing effective study skills, time management strategies, note-taking techniques, and academic confidence.
- Support students in understanding course material, improving writing mechanics, reading comprehension, and critical thinking skills.
- Monitor student academic progress and communicate concerns or recommendations to the TRIO SSS professional staff.
- Encourage eligible students to engage with TRIO SSS services through referrals and outreach as directed by the Project Director.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of tutoring services, student contacts, and academic progress in the Blumen database in compliance with TRIO SSS reporting.
- Participate in required staff meetings, trainings, and professional development related to TRIO regulations, student success strategies, and data reporting.
- Adhere to all institutional policies, federal TRIO guidelines, and confidentiality standards.
- Maintain accurate time and effort documentation in accordance with federal grant requirements.
- Perform other related duties as assigned to support TRIO SSS program goals.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in English, Reading, or a closely related field.
- Minimum of three (3) years of successful teaching or tutoring experience.
- Demonstrated experience working with first-generation, low-income, and/or students with disabilities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with computer applications and willingness to learn TRIO-specific data systems.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS AND JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Strong content knowledge in mathematics and the ability to clearly explain concepts.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, particularly related to documentation and compliance.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a federally regulated, team-based environment.
- Ability to maintain regular and consistent attendance.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule based on student and program needs (up to 19 hours per week).
Essential Physical Skills:
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while providing tutoring services.
- Ability to use a computer and related technology for documentation and data entry.
- Ability to lift or carry light materials (up to 10 pounds).
- Ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, and staff.
Application Procedures/Additional Information
Applicants may apply at www.lawsonstate.edu. For questions please contact the Office of Human Resources at 205-929-3408. All application materials will become the property of the college. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure his or her application packet is completed. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. No previous application files will be transferred for consideration for this position.
A complete application packet consists of:
- A cover letter
- An Online application
- A current resume
- A copy of relevant post-secondary transcripts identifying the applicant, institution, and date of degree conferred.
If employed, all official transcripts must be received in the Office of Human Resources prior to the employment start date.
Applicants who fail to submit a complete application packet will not be considered. Before an offer is made, the top applicants must provide the following: Employment verification letter(s) from a current or previous employer detailing all relevant experience. Employment verification letters must include employment dates and job title and be on official letterhead with an authorized personnel signature. Work experience verification from a current employer may be delayed until an official offer of employment has been made. Applicants must submit a written request to delay submission or work experience verification from a current employer. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process.
EEOC, E-VERIFY, AND BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENTS:
Lawson State Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment.
Lawson State Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants upon request.
In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and Guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. Lawson State Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-verify). E-verify electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to awarding.
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