Learning & Engagement Specialist, Tutoring Center

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The College of Lake County (CLC) offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits that includes Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois health, Delta Dental and Superior Vision insurance plans, tuition support for employees and qualified family members, three retirement plans, disability, group and supplemental life insurance, health and dependent care flexible spending account plans, a compressed work week in the summer (Closed Fridays!), generous vacation, sick and personal time off and 14 paid holidays each year.

Some benefits will not be available for Part-Time or Part Time Staff Under 20 Hours (ex: health insurance).

Position Title

Learning & Engagement Specialist, Tutoring Center

Job Summary

The Learning & Engagement Specialist (Business, Hospitality, and Information Technology) under the supervision of the Tutoring Coordinator, provides coaching to students on time management, study strategies, and executive functioning using examples and approaches relevant to their field of study, while encouraging connections with tutoring and other academic supports. Builds community within academic pathways by connecting students with peers, faculty, and campus resources; facilitating study groups, workshops, and events; and creating engagement opportunities both online and in person across campuses. Regular Part-Time Board established positions earn Vacation and Sick Leave and Tuition waiver for CLC classes and Tuition Reimbursement for advanced degrees. In addition, employees are eligible to participate in the State University Retirement System (SURS).

Job Description

Student and Customer Service – 95 %

• Provide coaching to students, including work on time management, study skills, and executive functioning, using examples and content directly relevant to the student’s field of study
• Build community to provide a sense of belonging, identity, and support for students within each academic pathway, actively engaging with students both in and outside the center
• Lead students in participating in customized activity schedule, hosting events for students when collaborations are not sufficient
• Hold engagement hours during set hours each week
• Encourage students to connect with Learning Assistants and tutors as needed
• Support students across all campuses/locations, spending time at each as needed
• Facilitate connections between students, arranging study groups, academic focused discussion groups, and personal and academic development workshops to help students form social-academic ties
• Champion and serve as a sponsor of a student group that aligns with the academic area of the coach.
• Visit selected gateway courses for the supported fields to introduce self and market tutoring, coaching support and community opportunities (including the sponsored student group).
• Collaborate with Student Development departments (especially Advising and Student Activities and Inclusion), as well as with faculty and the Career and Job Placement Center, to build an activity schedule customized to students in the field
• Create and host field-specific digital engagement spaces where students with shared academic or professional interests can access targeted announcements and resources, engage with peers and staff, and learn about relevant events

Other – 5 %

• Participate in team and division planning, professional development activities, and college-wide committees as assigned and appropriate .
• P erform other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business , Marketing, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and effectively support students through one-on-one coaching
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized with the ability to develop, coordinate, and manage student-focused initiatives and events
• Demonstrated ability to market and promote programs, services, and events to drive student engagement and participation
• Strong time management skills with the ability to adapt schedules and priorities to meet department goals and student needs, including occasional evening and weekend hours.

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree
• Academic coaching experience
• Experience working in a community college setting
• Bilingual in Spanish and English

Work Schedule

Ability to work up to 19 hours per week based on department needs

Pay

$24.00/hour

Full-Time/Part-Time

Part time

Total Hours Per Week

19

Position Type

Staff

Job Family

Part-Time Staff Under 20 Hours

Posting Date

08/04/2026

Expected Start Date

08/10/2026

Compensation Grade

Part-Time Staff Under 20 Hours

Location

Grayslake Campus

Department

JM - Tutoring - C Team

EEO Statement

College of Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a policy of non-discrimination. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, ancestry, citizenship, parental status, pregnancy or any other status protected by law.