Live Tutoring - English and Language Studies Division

Because the Writing Support Center is closed until further notice, we will be offering remote live tutoring for select subjects via Canvas. During these sessions, you will be able to speak to a tutor during a live one-on-one session. Please make sure to have your assignment and prompt ready for discussion. Please sign up by clicking the button below to request a session with one of our tutors. The request MUST be submitted by 5pm the day before your desired session. All tutors can help with any writing assignment for any class. View the steps below to start your Remote Tutoring today!

Click the "Live Tutoring" button below.
Fill out the request for live tutoring and select a day and time you wish to meet with a tutor.
Confirm your appointment.
Following the Meeting Instructions on PCC Connect carefully. Please take note of the day and time of your session.
A confirmation will be sent to your student email address. Please make sure to read through the instructions.

Live Tutoring

FAQs

Why work for the PCC Writing Support Center?

Writing tutors enjoy the convenience and experience this job provides as they have opportunities to work on the PCC campus. Students can work before, after, and between classes. Our tutors enjoy the opportunity to work with a diverse group of co-workers, students, and faculty.

Are there opportunities for career or personal growth?

Absolutely. Writing tutors work closely with faculty inside classrooms, can assist with training new tutors, perform workshops, and even attend and/or develop conference workshops. Many tutors have developed lasting relationships with staff and instructors, creating professional networks that last beyond their work here at PCC.

Who is eligible to work at the Writing Support Center?

PCC students who have completed (or are about to complete) English C1000 (formerly English 1A) are eligible to apply at the Writing Support Center. We also ask for a commitment to work at least two consecutive 16-week semesters.

What do writing tutors do?

Writing tutors work with students in one-to-one sessions, assist faculty inside classrooms, and facilitate workshops. We try to match our staff with their interests and provide opportunities to give them a diverse work experience. Primarily, writing tutors talk with students about their ideas, organization, and writing skills. We’re not editors; our primary goal is to help other students develop as writers. We pride ourselves on being friendly, helpful, and approachable.

Can I be a writing tutor if I’m not an English or Literature major?

Of course! Some of our best writing tutors are from other majors. Our writing tutors are trained to work with all student writers, regardless of what course they’re seeking assistance with.

Can I be a writing tutor if English isn’t my first language?

Absolutely. Some of our writing tutors speak other languages or have learned English later in life. In fact, we pride ourselves on our diverse staff and their ability to assist our students.

How many hours will I be scheduled, and will I be paid?

Most of our writing tutors work between 5 to 15 hours per week depending on how many hours they want to work and how well their schedules match our needs.
Very few employees work more than 15 hours per week. The writing tutor position is designed to be a part-time job.
We try very hard to give employees continuous blocks of time to work so they don’t have many one or two-hour shifts.
We also try to avoid scheduling a worker late one day and early the next day.

Pay
Our starting rate is $11.00 for students.

Do you expect me to know everything about writing?

Not at all. We expect you to be comfortable working with student writers, but we don’t expect you to know everything. Even our most experienced writing tutors still ask each other for help. We provide training to help you learn your role and keep resources on hand to assist you in sessions. The important thing is that you’re willing to help a student find an answer, even if you’re not sure of it yourself.

How will I learn to be a writing tutor?

All tutors attend training—both pre-semester and on select Thursdays (or Fridays) throughout the semester. All training work is paid.