Global Learner Support Tutor
About the Opportunity
Job Summary
Global Learner Support (GLS) at Northeastern University supports
international and domestic learners through individualized English
language instruction and academic communication support. Tutors
provide
50-minute, one-on-one tutoring sessions designed to
help students develop the language and communication skills needed
for academic and professional success.
Tutorials may address
academic and professional writing,
listening, speaking, reading, vocabulary development, academic
presentation skills, pronunciation, fluency, and APA/MLA citation
practices, as well as occasional preparation for standardized
English language proficiency exams such as
IELTS, TOEFL-iBT, and
CELPIP.
Qualified tutors should be comfortable supporting a broad range of
language and communication needs, while recognizing that individual
tutors may have particular areas of specialization.
Tutors are expected to create a welcoming, inclusive, and
student-centered learning environment; assess students' individual
needs; provide targeted instruction and strategies; and empower
learners to become more confident and independent
communicators.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in English, Applied Linguistics, TESOL,
Education, or a related field; a master's degree is
preferred.
TESOL/TEFL, ESL, or equivalent language-teaching
qualification preferred.
Minimum 2 years of experience teaching English as an
additional/second language, tutoring, or providing academic
language support to university-level or adult
learners.
Demonstrated knowledge of academic English, writing
conventions, grammar, oral communication, reading, and vocabulary
development.
Note: This is a part-time position requiring 5-10 hours of
on-ground tutoring per week.
Job Responsibilities
Supporting the mission and values of Global Learner
Support
- Support students in developing academic and professional
writing skills by:
- Introducing and reinforcing academic writing conventions and
expectations
- Providing individualized feedback and guidance on organization,
clarity, coherence, grammar, vocabulary, and style
- Sharing relevant writing resources, models, and strategies that
promote independent learning
- Supporting students in understanding and applying APA and MLA
citation conventions
- Identifying recurring language or writing challenges and
providing targeted instruction
Develop students' oral communication skills by:
- Facilitating structured conversation and speaking practice
based on students' goals and needs
- Supporting students with pronunciation, intonation, word and
sentence stress, fluency, and intelligibility
- Providing constructive feedback and strategies to build
confidence and effectiveness in academic and professional
communication
- Identifying students who may benefit from more specialized oral
language instruction or additional support
Support students in developing reading and vocabulary skills
by:
- Sharing effective reading strategies and approaches for
academic and professional texts
- Helping students develop vocabulary-building strategies and
increase comprehension
- Adapting materials and activities to students' proficiency
levels, disciplines, and goals
Provide standardized English language proficiency test
preparation by:
- Supporting students preparing for exams such as TOEFL-iBT,
IELTS, and CELPIP
- Familiarizing students with relevant test formats, question
types, and assessment criteria
- Providing strategies and targeted practice to strengthen
students' language skills and test readiness
Prepare effectively for individual tutorials by:
- Reviewing students' identified goals, needs, and previous
tutorial notes when available
- Selecting or developing appropriate instructional materials,
activities, and strategies
- Adapting instructional approaches based on students'
proficiency levels, learning styles, and academic or professional
contexts
Deliver high-quality, student-centered tutorials by:
- Creating a supportive, inclusive, and respectful learning
environment
- Tailoring instruction and feedback to individual student needs
and goals
- Encouraging active student participation, reflection, and
independent learning
- Maintaining consistency, professionalism, and appropriate
boundaries in all student interactions
Contribute to the GLS team and program by:
- Attending required staff meetings and professional development
activities
- Communicating regularly and effectively with the
supervisor
- Sharing relevant observations, resources, and instructional
practices with colleagues
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
https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ 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.
This job is for a current or anticipated job vacancy.
Pay Rate:
35.00
To apply, visit https://northeastern.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers/job/San-Jose-CA/Global-Learner-Support-Tutor_R141841-1
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