Learning Specialist - Professional Tutor (3 Openings)

About Roxbury Community College:

Roxbury Community College (RCC) is a public institution of higher education offering associate degrees, certificate programs and lifelong learning opportunities to the Greater Boston community. The Department of Education recognized RCC as a Predominantly Black Institution (PBI) and as one of the top 100 community colleges in the country for student outcomes through the Postsecondary Success Recognition Program, making it the only community college in Massachusetts with these designations.

RCC offers 24 associate degree programs, 6 credit-based certificate programs, 13 non-credit professional certification programs, 30+ lifelong learning and fitness classes, and customized incumbent worker training programs. The college hosts hundreds of civic and community events at the Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center each year. RCC is committed to providing all learners with the academic and non-academic support required for degree completion and long-term success.

Roxbury Community College is guided by our six core values of Accountability, Equity, Excellence, Honesty, Integrity, and Respect. RCC is also an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of its staff. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act requires all institutes of higher education to disclose campus policy statements and crime statistics. Our annual report is available at https://www.rcc.mass.edu/explore/public-safety/index.html.

Job Description:

Title: Learning Specialist - Professional Tutor

Unit: MCCC

Department: Learning Center

Reports To: Senior Associate Dean of Students and Title IX Coordinator

Date: August 2026

Position Summary

This is a part-time position in the Roxbury Community College Learning Center. This individual will work closely with the Coordinator of Academic Support and MAIPSEI and will directly report to the Senior Associate Dean of Students. The Learning Center is seeking general applicants who can provide supplemental instruction in the following subject areas. This list is not exhaustive:

• Computer science and Microsoft Applications
• Radiological Technology
• Writing and Research
• Biology, Anatomy and Physiology
• ESOL
• Statistics and various levels of Calculus

In addition to providing supplemental instruction in a specialized area, all Professional Tutors are expected to:

• Assist students with learning and reviewing subject material during scheduled. tutoring appointments and drop-in tutoring sessions.
• Assist students with developing good study habits.
• Monitor student progress and maintain progress reports.
• Submit regular documentation of tutoring sessions.
• Communicate regularly with staff, faculty, and students.
• Attend tutor training sessions.
• Assist students with accessing and learning RCC online platforms, including My RCC and Canvas.
• Meet with supervisor to discuss tutor feedback.
• Able to provide full focus and attention to duties and student sessions.
• Comply with the duties as stipulated in the Massachusetts Community College Council Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Requirements:

Qualifications

• All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Must have Bachelor's Degree or higher in subject area
• Must have good study habits
• Must have excellent computer literacy skills
• Must have excellent communication skills
• Experience working in a multilingual and diverse community a plus

Preferred

• Masters degree in relevant field
• Spanish or Haitian Creole
• Experience working with adult learners

Additional Information:

Location: Roxbury Community College, 1234 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA 02120

Unit Status: MCCC

Hours: 18.5

Compensation: $35.31/hour

Application Instructions:

All applicants must apply online by submitting:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Names and contact information for three (3) professional references

Successful applicants will be required to complete a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI/SORI) request.

After completing all the steps above, please go back into the newly created account and double check that your resume and cover letter uploaded as you intended.

Roxbury Community College understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact Pat Noel, ADA Coordinator, at 857-701-1290 or pnoel1@rcc.mass.edu.

ADA Compliance:

The Massachusetts Board of Higher Education - Roxbury Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Massachusetts Board of Higher Education - Roxbury Community College will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Roxbury Community College only accepts application materials through our online application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you do not have access to a computer, please contact Human Resources at hrstaff@rcc.mass.edu.