CBWS AY25-26 Northfield Colleges Tutor

Hiring for 2025-26 school year.

Job Title: Northfield College Tutor 

Classification: Student Employee (non-exempt) 

Name and Address of Employer: St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN 55057 

If the position requires the student to work off campus, provide the name and address here: 

One of Northfield’s three elementary schools or Northfield Middle School. 

• Greenvale Park: 500 Lincoln Pkwy, Northfield, MN 55057 
• Bridgewater: 401 Jefferson Pkwy, Northfield, MN 55057 
• Spring Creek: 1400 Maple St, Northfield, MN 55057 
• Middle School: 2200 Division St S, Northfield, MN 55057 

Department Name: America Reads
Length of Position: See Employment Authorization 
Contact Person/Supervisor: Alyssa Melby (Program Director, ACE & CBWS) in collaboration with Host Teacher.
Pay Rate: Standard CBWS Hourly Rate ($15/hr). This position is subject to an annual wage increase. 

IMPORTANT: STUDENTS MUST HAVE A STATE OR FEDERAL WORK AWARD TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR COMMUNITY BASED WORK STUDY (CBWS) POSITIONS. Student CBWS work eligibility is subject to change due to work award re-determinations over the summer. This means even students who were a chosen applicant for the position may be ineligible to work if they do not have a state/federal work award come Fall 2025. Students who are unsure if they currently have a state or federal work award - please contact finaid@stolaf.edu before applying to find out what type of work award you have.

 

Description of the Position: 

The objective of the Northfield College Tutor program is to motivate and guide Northfield students’ academic success through weekly tutoring sessions. Tutoring is provided in 3 elementary schools  and one middle school within the Northfield School District. This position is expected to serve as a positive role model for children in the Northfield School District. Tutors, when hired, will be paired with a teacher primarily based on schedule availability. 

Transferable Skills: 

• Express and facilitate feedback 
• Describe and articulate information to help students understand key concepts 
• Inspire and encourage students 
• Lead and advise students with schoolwork
   

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Commit to work scheduled hours every week as a tutor 
• Orient with the supervisor (teacher) to understand classroom dynamics and supervisor expectations. 
• Assist individual students or small groups with academic needs 
• Meet all program expectations, including paperwork, dress code, background check, code of conduct and attendance policies 
• Maintain clear communication with supervisors each semester (i.e. email, office visits) 
• Participate in program evaluation/end of year survey 

Qualifications: (Education/Experience/Skills) 

• Reliable and patient with a desire to motivate and assist students in grades K-8
• Effective communication schools 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality 
• Ability to receive and give instruction 

List any additional or specific application questions pertaining to the position here (including need for any background checks, certifications, etc.):
This position is subject to a background check and completion of a 5-hour online tutor training program prior to beginning in the classroom.

This job description is for general information purposes. It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position. This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College, with or without prior notice.