Job Details

Salary: $29.83 Hourly
Location : Oregon City, OR
Job Type: Part-Time, Non-Union
Job Number: 2425-00159
Division: Academic Foundations and Connections
Department: Learning Center
Opening Date: 12/31/2025
Closing Date: 2/1/2026 8:04 AM Pacific

Description
Clackamas Community College (CCC) seeks to hire a Learning Support Specialist, which is a part-time, classified, hourly, and non benefits-eligible position. We are interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and candidates that may be from a less traditional background. We welcome applicants who bring a diversity of identity, culture, experience, perspective, and thought.

This is a part-time faculty pool for available assignments during the academic year. Applications are considered throughout the academic year and reviewed based on department need. Should a review of your application result in the intent to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email for an interview.

CCC is committed to continuous improvement and innovation in support of student-centered teaching and learning. We are committed to understanding and dismantling systems of oppression and to co-creating a more equitable educational system that in turn fosters a more equitable society. We strive to be a student-ready institution that supports and partners with students to promote discovery and growth. We work to mobilize community-wide awareness and action related to College strategic priorities and seeks to build relationships in support of community well-being.
At CCC, individuals are celebrated for their experience and expertise, validated for their unique perspectives, and engaged in ways that reflect their needs and interests. To learn more about CCC visit
PURPOSE OF POSITION

The Learning Specialist (LSS) provides learning strategies counseling and academic support for a specific content area. The LSS works with the Learning Center Coordinators and content area faculty to support the student tutors and tutor students in-person and, if applicable, online. In particular, the LSS will assess student needs and develop and implement customized learning interventions for individuals and small groups in order to support the retention and academic success of the College's students. The LSS is expected to integrate broad knowledge of adult learning theory with practical application to support students' information literacy, academic literacy, study skills, and content area knowledge and skills.
The Learning Specialist in Writing fulfills the purpose above in the content area of writing, to provide professional tutoring and mentoring to CCC students in the following areas: Writing, Grammar & Editing, Rhetorical principles for writing and/or oral communication, Process planning and management of writing assignments, Reading, Vocabulary, Communicating effectively with instructors regarding deadlines and assignments.
The Learning Specialist in Math fulfills the purpose above in the content area of math, to provide professional tutoring and mentoring to CCC students in the following areas: math and related subject areas that require math, quantitative literacy, problem solving, growth mindset, study skills, test preparation, homework support, and communicating effectively with instructors regarding deadlines and assignments.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Tutor students in designated subject area(s) (75%)
   1. Assist the Learning Center Coordinators in mentoring student tutors and peer mentors.
   2. Set tutoring goals with students for individual tutoring sessions.
   3. Plan, design, and implement tutoring plan for students with recurring appointments.
   4. Consult with student's instructors, when necessary, to determine areas to be tutored and best practices for assisting individual students.
   5. Refer students, as appropriate, to additional campus services such as the Disability Resource Center, Counseling, Advising, etc.
   6. Consult with College staff and/or faculty, when necessary, to determine disability accommodations and best practices for individual students.
2. Leaning Center Support (25%)
   1. Ensure that electronic records of students Writing Center sessions are maintained to enable data analysis.
   2. Plan and coordinate classroom visits to promote Writing Center and Learning Center services.
   3. Plan, design, and present educational workshops for students and faculty regarding writing and editing practices.
   4. Attend and participate in scheduled staff meetings.
   5. Work with the Writing Center Coordinator to plan and deliver tutor orientation, training, observations, and ongoing skill development for tutors as directed.
   6. Prepare, edit, and proof educational and informational handouts for students and faculty/staff.

GENERAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, other agencies, and the general public.
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the classification.
• Participate in college committees when requested.
• Maintain proficiency by attending training and meetings, reading materials, and meeting with others in areas of responsibility, which may require travel.
• Maintain work areas in a clean and orderly manner.
• Maintain student confidentiality, data integrity, and comply with all related college, state, and federal standards, including the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).

Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Writing LSS Position: Equivalent to Master's Degree in English, Composition/Rhetoric, Writing or related field AND two years' relevant experience, OR any satisfactory combination of education, training, and experience which demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the above duties; college or high school teaching experience in writing or English courses preferred.
• Math LSS Position: Equivalent to Master's Degree in Mathematics, Mathematics Education, or related field AND two years' relevant experience, OR any satisfactory combination of education, training, and experience which demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the above duties; college or high school teaching experience in mathematics courses preferred.
• Interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate, verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to work directly with students to improve content-area.
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the duties as described will be considered.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Breadth of tutoring experience at various levels
• Experience working with at-risk student populations
• Student-centered teaching and tutoring philosophy
• Bilingual
• Availability to tutor at multiple locations, in particular the Oregon City and Harmony campuses

Other Job Elements
The physical demands listed below represent those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• The position requires limited (0-20%) ability to use dexterity and fine motor skills to assemble, build or repair machines or other objects. Occasional (21-50% of the time) use of office equipment.
• The position requires little (0-5%) physical effort such as lifting, carrying, or movement, etc. Movements required to complete work are not difficult, and only require a usual degree of agility and hand eye coordination.
• The work environment is well protected, with virtually no hazards or obstacles (0-5%). There is very little element of personal risk or hazard. Job conditions are usually stable, with virtually no (0-5%) issues of confinement, temperature change, incident of noise, or interactions of a disagreeable nature, inside/outside work, dirty conditions, exposure to contagious disease, etc.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervision of others is not a typical function assigned to this position.
• May provide training and orientation to newly assigned personnel, and may assign work to student workers.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

• Works under the general direction of the Department Chair, with day-to-day oversight provided by the Learning Center Coordinators.

Additional Information
Application Instructions

When applying for this position, you will be required to complete the NeoGov application, including work history relevant to the position and attach the following electronic documents:

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter explaining your interest in the position and describing how you meet the minimum qualifications and requirements of the position

1. If applicable: Veteran and/or Oregon National Guard's preference documentation

Any applications which do not have the required documents attached will be considered incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be considered. CCC makes employment decisions based solely on the candidate's demonstrated competencies as related to successful performance in the position.
Please remove all graduation and other education related dates from your application materials.
For application support, please refer to this guide or contact NeoEd's support team @ 855.###.####.
Veterans' Preference

Under Oregon Law, qualified Veterans and current or former Oregon National Guard members may be eligible for Veteran's preference when applying for positions with CCC.
Preference will only be given if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and any special qualifications for the position and electronically attaches the required documentation at the time of application. Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veterans' disability preference letter.
Documents Required

• MEMBER COPY 4 of DD Form 214 or 215

• NGB Form 22 or 55

For information regarding Veteran's Preference qualifications, visit the following website:
Terms of Employment

• All positions at CCC are required to be available for work onsite as requested by the college and requires a flexible work schedule to meet program needs, which may include evenings and/or weekends.
• Those offered employment will be required to complete and sign forms before initiating the background check step.

• CCC employees must reside within 50 miles of Oregon City, Harmony or Wilsonville campus as a condition of employment.

• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire.
• CCC does not support employment permits or visas.
• Providing false information will result in rejection of an application, employment offer or dismissal.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CCC is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other protected class.
Why work at Clackamas Community College?
Do you enjoy working in a collaborative, stimulating environment where your voice makes a difference? Clackamas Community College is looking for talented, bright and motivated people like you! We want you to join the CCC community where your inspired motivation will help define our students' educational experience.
For more than 40 years, Clackamas Community College has been changing with the times and working to meet the needs of the community.

These benefits may be subject to change.

Sick Leave:
Sick Leave- 1 hour for every 30 hours worked

PERS:
Qualifying employees will receive contributions to the Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS).
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Main. Please select the response from below that most closely matches your highest level of education as it relates to this position.

• I have not received a High School Diploma or GED.
• I have a High School Diploma or GED.
• I have completed some college coursework but have not received a degree.
• I have an Associate's degree from an accredited institution.
• I have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• I have completed some graduate coursework but have not received a degree.
• I have a Master's degree from an accredited institution.
• I have a Doctorate degree from an accredited institution.

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Main. Please select the response from below that most closely matches the extent of your professional experience as it relates to the position.

• I do not have any professional experience.
• I have more than six months but less than one year of professional experience.
• I have one year but less than two years of professional experience.
• I have two years but less than three years of professional experience.
• I have three years but less than four years of professional experience.
• I have four years but less than five years of professional experience.
• I have five or more years of professional experience.

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Are you legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer?

• Yes
• No

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