• ASC Tutor Application

    Thank you for applying to work as a tutor in the Heritage University Academic Skills Center (ASC)! Please review the job description and requirements below before completing the application questions that follow. If you wish to save your progress and return to your application later, make sure the “Primary Email” field is filled out, then hit “save” at the bottom of the page before exiting. You will receive an email with a link to your in-progress application.
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  • ASC Tutor Job Description Summary:

    Heritage University hires tutors for work in the Academic Skills Center (ASC) on campus, online, or in other approved locations. Tutors provide academic support to Heritage University students through one-on-one and small group tutoring sessions in subjects that the tutor has been hired to support. Tutors facilitate learning and serve as guides and coaches to assist students in becoming successful, independent learners.

    Tutors in the ASC support a variety of programs, as well as providing direct tutoring to the greater Heritage and Yakima Valley communities.

    Toppenish campus tutors work as part of the larger ASC tutoring team of on-site tutors, supporting students through both in-person and online appointments. They also contribute to the daily operations of the Academic Skills Center, including opening and closing responsibilities and maintaining an organized, welcoming workspace.

    Remote tutoring is generally reserved for tutors with one or more years of experience with the ASC.

    Responsibilities:

    1. Represent Heritage University in a positive manner with current, prospective, and former students, and the community we serve.
    2. Interact effectively with a diverse group of faculty, staff, students, and other customers of our services.
    3. Learn and use operating practices of the department and Heritage University.
    4. Uphold the Heritage University Mission Statement.
    5. Handle confidential information with tact and discretion, and in compliance with FERPA regulations.
    6. Attend and participate in training and professional development as needed, depending on experience.
    7. Tutor students in specific course materials and integrate study skills and learning strategies to promote independent learning. Discuss skills and strategies such as: time management, study strategies, and navigating the university environment.
    8. Maintain a consistent weekly schedule of work hours for walk-in tutoring and scheduled one-on-one or group appointments.
    9. When requested, meet with instructors of the courses you are tutoring to discuss your role as a tutor and obtain any information that will assist you to effectively tutor.
    10. When requested, visit classes to let students know of your availability, and reach out to students who are struggling or have been referred for services.
    11. Keep and maintain regular and accurate electronic and/or paper records of tutoring sessions.
    12. Develop a good understanding and knowledge of college services, support, and resources. Research and know how to use student resources such as Anthology
    13. Portfolio, Purdue OWL, and MyHeritage.
    14. Develop handouts and other instructional materials for students, work on projects assigned, and help keep the center running smoothly and efficiently.
    15. Help maintain an orderly and clean working environment.
    16. Greet visitors, students, faculty, and staff visiting the ASC. Answer the phone, take messages, staff the front desk, schedule appointments, and triage as needed.
       

    Skills and Disposition:

    The ideal candidate should possess a genuine interest in helping other students to develop study skills, confidence, and acclimate to college-level coursework, as well as extensive knowledge of the subjects being tutored and the ability to communicate that knowledge to tutees. Experience in leadership and familiarity with learning strategies are a plus.

    The candidate should demonstrate an excellent level of responsibility, reliability, and punctuality; act with integrity and responsibility; exhibit appropriate and professional behavior at all times; be self-motivated; and accept supervision and constructive feedback and implement recommendations for improvement as directed.

    Tutors at the Toppenish campus also contribute to the daily operations of the Academic Skills Center, including opening and closing responsibilities and maintaining an organized, welcoming workspace. These tasks are shared collaboratively among tutors on the same shift, and candidates should be prepared to take initiative while working as cooperative and considerate team members. The ideal candidate will be committed to fostering a positive, inclusive environment that is sensitive to student diversity, and will demonstrate strong creative problem-solving, critical thinking, patience, and decision-making skills.

     

    Abilities and Requirements

    • Candidates must have received documented grades of A’s or B’s in subject areas to be tutored, along with faculty recommendations, which are collected by the ASC during the hiring process.
      • For applicants with completed degrees or documented experience in content areas, professional references who can speak to the candidate's subject knowledge and reliability will be considered in lieu of faculty recommendations.
    • Communicate in a concise and effective manner, both verbally and in writing.
      Learn and navigate operational platforms and tools, including scheduling and timecard apps, shared drives (such as Google Drive), and electronic document signing; follow established protocols for each as directed.
    • Adjust tutoring strategies as needed to meet various learning preferences or needs of students.
    • Build and maintain professional, collegial relationships with students, staff, and faculty across all levels of the institution.
    • Approach student challenges with empathy and patience, recognizing that difficulty with coursework is a normal part of the learning process.
    • Demonstrate the ability to self-direct; manage responsibilities, prioritize tasks, and make sound decisions with minimal day-to-day supervision.
    • Maintain excellent attendance and punctuality, manage time effectively, and present oneself according to casual professional dress standards.
    • If tutoring online, be willing to keep web camera on while working with students during shifts.
    • Wear a nametag at all times or other identifying gear, if provided.

       

    Application Process:

    To be considered for a tutor position, candidates must submit an application. Applicants who wish to tutor writing in any subject must also submit a writing sample with their application. ASC staff will seek out faculty recommendations, and qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview.

    Note the ASC typically does not hire freshman candidates, but may make exceptions for those with exceptional academic backgrounds and/or formal tutoring experience. Freshmen are also welcome to submit applications for us to keep on file for future consideration.

    If you have any questions, please contact the Director of the ASC, Karita Maltos, at asc@heritage.edu or (509) 865-0407.

  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • Will you be an active Heritage University student in the current or upcoming term?*
  • What will your class standing be in the current or upcoming term?*
  • Are you eligible for work study funding? (Please note, this is not a requirement for employment; it's just useful information for us to have.)*
  • What will your class standing be the next term you are active as a Heritage student?*
  • Are you legally eligible to work in the United States, and if hired, can you provide documentation of your eligibility?*
  • Are you currently or have you ever been employed at Heritage University?*
  • May we contact your current or previous Heritage supervisor(s) for a reference?
  • The ASC may offer online or in-person tutoring in the upcoming term, or some combination of the two. Which modes of tutoring are you interested in/open to? Please select any that apply.*
  • Are you interested in tutoring writing? This includes English courses as well as writing for History, Art, Psychology, etc. If you answer yes, you will find information on submitting a writing sample at the end of the application.*

  • Writing Sample Instructions

    Please upload a writing sample of at least two pages (double spaced) below. For current Heritage students or recent graduates, a writing sample from a Heritage course—particularly from one that you are interested in tutoring—is strongly preferred. For other applicants, any academic or professional writing sample is acceptable. The sample must not include any AI-generated content, and it may be run through an AI detector as part of the application review. If you have questions about whether a particular writing sample is appropriate, feel free to email asc@heritage.edu for clarification.

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  • Resume/CV

    We strongly prefer that candidates who have already graduated from Heritage or another university upload a resume or CV as part of their application. Please include degrees, credentials, or other experience that speaks to proficiency in the subject(s) you wish to tutor.

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  • ASC Tutor Job Description Summary:

    Heritage University hires tutors for work in the Academic Skills Center (ASC) on campus, online, or in other approved locations. Tutors provide academic support to Heritage University students through one-on-one and small group tutoring sessions in subjects that the tutor has been hired to support. Tutors facilitate learning and serve as guides and coaches to assist students in becoming successful, independent learners.

    Tutors in the ASC support a variety of programs, as well as providing direct tutoring to the greater Heritage and Yakima Valley communities.

    Toppenish campus tutors work as part of the larger ASC tutoring team of on-site tutors, supporting students through both in-person and online appointments.

    Tri-Cities campus tutors are a valued part of that same ASC team, working on-site at the Kennewick location. While the smaller site means day-to-day collaboration with the broader team is less frequent, Tri-Cities tutors share the same mission and standards, and bring a high degree of self-direction to their role as an essential resource for Tri-Cities area students. Due to the smaller staffing and student volume at the Kennewick site, tutoring is primarily provided on a drop-in basis rather than by scheduled appointment.

    Remote tutoring is generally reserved for tutors with one or more years of experience with the ASC.

    Responsibilities:

    1. Represent Heritage University in a positive manner with current, prospective, and former students, and the community we serve.
    2. Interact effectively with a diverse group of faculty, staff, students, and other customers of our services.
    3. Learn and use operating practices of the department and Heritage University.
    4. Uphold the Heritage University Mission Statement.
    5. Handle confidential information with tact and discretion, and in compliance with FERPA regulations.
    6. Attend and participate in training and professional development as needed, depending on experience.
    7. Tutor students in specific course materials and integrate study skills and learning strategies to promote independent learning. Discuss skills and strategies such as: time management, study strategies, and navigating the university environment.
    8. Maintain a consistent weekly schedule of work hours for walk-in tutoring and scheduled one-on-one or group appointments.
    9. When requested, meet with instructors of the courses you are tutoring to discuss your role as a tutor and obtain any information that will assist you to effectively tutor.
    10. When requested, visit classes to let students know of your availability, and reach out to students who are struggling or have been referred for services.
    11. Keep and maintain regular and accurate electronic and/or paper records of tutoring sessions.
    12. Develop a good understanding and knowledge of college services, support, and resources. Research and know how to use student resources such as Anthology
    13. Portfolio, Purdue OWL, and MyHeritage.
    14. Develop handouts and other instructional materials for students, work on projects assigned, and help keep the center running smoothly and efficiently.
    15. Help maintain an orderly and clean working environment.
    16. Greet visitors, students, faculty, and staff visiting the ASC. Answer the phone, take messages, staff the front desk, schedule appointments, and triage as needed.
       

    Skills/Disposition:

    The ideal candidate should possess a genuine interest in helping other students to develop study skills, build confidence, and acclimate to college-level coursework, as well as extensive knowledge of the subject being tutored and the ability to communicate that knowledge to tutees; experience in leadership and learning strategies is a plus.

    The candidate should demonstrate an excellent level of responsibility, reliability, and punctuality; act with integrity and responsibility; exhibit appropriate and professional behavior at all times; be self-motivated; and accept supervision and constructive feedback and implement recommendations for improvement as directed.

    As this position is based at the Tri-Cities campus, the candidate must demonstrate the ability to work with a high degree of independence. Because day-to-day supervision from main campus leadership may be limited, the ideal candidate will be confident in exercising sound, professional judgment, taking initiative when appropriate, and navigating situations with minimal guidance. The ability to self-direct, prioritize effectively, and recognize when to seek input from supervisory staff is essential.

     The candidate should also be committed to creating a welcoming and positive environment and be sensitive to student diversity; demonstrate above-average creative problem-solving, critical thinking, patience, and decision-making skills

     

    Abilities and Requirements:

    • The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in the subject area to be tutored, or a closely related field, and must demonstrate documented academic proficiency; an unofficial transcript showing grades of A's or B's in relevant coursework is acceptable. In lieu of faculty recommendations, professional references who can speak to the candidate's subject knowledge and reliability are welcome.

      • In rare cases, candidates who have not yet completed a Bachelor's degree may be considered if they can demonstrate significant, verifiable experience in the subject area with strong recommendations that speak to their readiness to perform at the level this position requires. Such exceptions will be evaluated on an individual basis.

    • Communicate in a concise and effective manner, both verbally and in writing.
      Learn and navigate operational platforms and tools, including scheduling and timecard apps, shared drives (such as Google Drive), and electronic document signing; follow established protocols for each as directed.
    • Adjust tutoring strategies as needed to meet various learning preferences or needs of students.
    • Build and maintain professional, collegial relationships with students, staff, and faculty across all levels of the institution.
    • Approach student challenges with empathy and patience, recognizing that difficulty with coursework is a normal part of the learning process.
    • Demonstrate the ability to self-direct; manage responsibilities, prioritize tasks, and make sound decisions with minimal day-to-day supervision.
    • Maintain excellent attendance and punctuality, manage time effectively, and present oneself according to casual professional dress standards.
    • If tutoring online, be willing to keep web camera on while working with students during shifts.
    • Wear a nametag at all times or other identifying gear, if provided.
       

    Application Process:

    To be considered for a tutor position, candidates must submit an application. Applicants who wish to tutor writing in any subject must also submit a writing sample with their application. ASC staff will seek out faculty recommendations, and qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview.

    Note the ASC typically does not hire freshman candidates, but may make exceptions for those with exceptional academic backgrounds and/or formal tutoring experience. Freshmen are also welcome to submit applications for us to keep on file for future consideration.

    If you have any questions, please contact the Director of the ASC, Karita Maltos, at asc@heritage.edu or (509) 865-0407.

  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • Will you be an active Heritage University student in the current or upcoming term?*
  • What will your class standing be in the current or upcoming term?*
  • Are you eligible for work study funding? (Please note, this is not a requirement for employment; it's just useful information for us to have.)*
  • What will your class standing be the next term you are active as a Heritage student?*
  • Are you legally eligible to work in the United States, and if hired, can you provide documentation of your eligibility?*
  • Are you currently or have you ever been employed at Heritage University?*
  • May we contact your current or previous Heritage supervisor(s) for a reference?
  • The ASC may offer online or in-person tutoring in the upcoming term, or some combination of the two. Which modes of tutoring are you interested in/open to? Please select any that apply.*
  • Are you interested in tutoring writing? This includes English courses as well as writing for History, Art, Psychology, etc. If you answer yes, you will find information on submitting a writing sample at the end of the application.*

  • Writing Sample Instructions

    Please upload a writing sample of at least two pages (double spaced) below. For current Heritage students or recent graduates, a writing sample from a Heritage course—particularly from one that you are interested in tutoring—is strongly preferred. For other applicants, any academic or professional writing sample is acceptable. The sample must not include any AI-generated content, and it may be run through an AI detector as part of the application review. If you have questions about whether a particular writing sample is appropriate, feel free to email asc@heritage.edu for clarification.

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  • Resume/CV

    We strongly prefer that candidates who have already graduated from Heritage or another university upload a resume or CV as part of their application. Please include degrees, credentials, or other experience that speaks to proficiency in the subject(s) you wish to tutor.

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