"ESL Tutor"

ESL Tutor

About the Opportunity

Responsibilities:

• Help students improve their written communication by:
  • Familiarizing them with American writing conventions
  • Providing feedback on global concerns rather than simply proofreading
  • Sharing resources and writing strategies
  • Reviewing grammatical and usage rules as needed
• Provide conversation practice and identify students in need of specialized oral language instruction including pronunciation, intonation, word and sentence stress, and fluency
• Help students improve their reading proficiency by sharing reading and vocabulary-building resources and strategies
• Prepare for tutorials by selecting materials and approaches suitable for students' needs
• Lead tutorials that are student-centered, supportive, and consistent with ITC policies
• Keep thorough and organized reports of tutorials
• Contribute to ITC pedagogical materials and projects as needed
• Communicate reliably with ITC staff via email
• Attend monthly staff meeting

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least two years of experience teaching or tutoring English at the post-secondary level
• Experience working with second-language learners and sensitivity to their distinct needs
• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field (TESOL, linguistics, English, speech pathology, etc.)
• Strong written and oral English language skills; non-native English speakers are encouraged to apply

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree or higher in a related field

Details:

This is a temporary, non-benefits eligible position subject to renewal each semester. Tutors work a minimum of five hours and a maximum of 20 hours per week. Virtual availability on weekends is required. Access to computer with a reliable internet connection is required for online tutorials

Position Type

Temporary

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer. Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit <a href="https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/">https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/</a> for more information. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Pay Rate:

$33

To apply, visit <a href="https://northeastern.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers/job/Boston-MA-Main-Campus/ESL-Tutor_R135909">https://northeastern.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers/job/Boston-MA-Main-Campus/ESL-Tutor_R135909</a>