Professional Writing Tutor

Bargaining Unit: OPAP

Grade: I

Salary: Non-Exempt, part-time under 17.5 hours per week

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Priority Screening: June 1, 2026

Position Summary:

SUNY Ulster County Community College, a two-year branch of the State University of New York located ninety miles north of New York City in the Catskill Mountains, is currently accepting applications for a Professional Writing Tutor in our Literacy Lab to begin in August 2026. 

SUNY Ulster is seeking a part-time tutor to work one-on-one with students in the Literacy Lab to bridge gaps in comprehension and writing.  The tutor will assist and encourage students throughout the learning processes, reviewing materials used in classes, explaining various topics, and addressing any questions regarding the topics covered in class.  

This is a part-time position consisting of no more than 17.5 hours per week.  The hours will be agreed upon by both the supervisor and employee at the onset of employment and are subject to change based on enrollment in courses.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct tutoring sessions outside of the class each week.
• Communicate frequently with instructors and provide them with updates regarding the students’ progress and feedback regarding the tutoring sessions.
• Tutor students in specific course material and integrate study and learning strategies to promote independent learning.
• Use designated SUNY Ulster employee email address as primary method of communication and check that email once a day.
• Complete and submit paperwork (Daily Logs, Time Sheets, etc.) in a timely manner.
• Follow departmental policies and procedures.
• Perform other tutorial services and activities, as required.
• Maintain appropriate ethical and professional conduct while working with students, staff, and faculty and demonstrate respect for the diversity of staff, students, and faculty.
• Follow departmental compliance with established Student and Academic Affairs policies and procedures, and the rules and regulations defined by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least two years of experience teaching or tutoring English, preferably at the post-secondary level.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in English, Education, or Linguistics.
• Strong written and oral English language skills
• Experience working with second-language learners and sensitivity to their distinct needs preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Banner and/or Dynamic Forms

Salary: 

An initial starting hourly rate of $23.21. This position is contingent upon adequate funding.

Additional Information 

Part-time, non- benefited OPAP-covered members receive, on an annual basis: 16 hours of sick leave after two years of service, bereavement leave, and additional compensation for shifts worked on holidays.  In addition, the College is closed on the day prior to Thanksgiving, and December 26 th through December 31 st , known as the Holiday Curtailment.  SUNY Ulster offers optional participation in the New York State and Local Retirement System, and SUNY Perks.

Application Process:

The position is open until filled. However, to ensure consideration, application materials should be received via email by  June 1 , 2026 at 4:00 pm EST to be given priority consideration. Applications received after the deadline are not guaranteed to be reviewed.  SUNY Ulster reserves the right to close, continue, cancel, postpone or restart the recruitment at any time.

Applicants must submit the following materials to be considered for the position: 

• Resume or CV
• Cover letter which discusses your qualifications and interest in the position
• Contact information for 3 professional references

Please submit only materials requested. All documents included in your application file become the property of the College. Applicants who fail to submit all required materials will not be considered.

We invite you to be part of a dedicated community of learners in an academic department that puts students first. Please go to for additional campus community information. 

SUNY Ulster is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The college encourages applications from all qualified applicants. This position is contingent upon adequate funding. Offer and assignment of employment is subject to verification of all information provided on the employment application, credentials, transcripts, fingerprint check, verification of the right to work in the United States and all other required pre-employment conditions are met.

Applicants who are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act and who, due to a disability, require accommodations for completing the application process, testing (if required for the position), or the interview, should notify the Human Resources Office 10 working days before the accommodation is required.

Neither the smoking of tobacco (nor other substances) nor the use of electronic vaporizers is permitted on the campus grounds.

SUNY Ulster does not reimburse applicants for travel, lodging or any other costs incurred by applicant to attend interviews.  All interviewing costs incurred will be the responsibility of the applicant. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview. Internal applicants are not guaranteed an interview.

Conditions of Employment

Employment with SUNY Ulster is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements, and the Board of Trustees has approved. Offer and assignment of employment is subject to verification of all information provided on the employment application, fingerprint check, verification of the right to work in the United States and all other required pre-employment conditions are met.

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