Sacred Heart University·Fairfield, Connecticut
The CTL Tutor provides academic support through individual and group tutoring sessions to help students review principles and solve problems. They also facilitate academic skills labs and workshops while maintaining confidential student records.
About Sacred Heart University As one of the nation’s largest Catholic universities and among the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century.
SHU offers more than 100 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus.
Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs.
Nearly 10,000 students attend the University’s nine colleges and schools: College of Arts & Sciences; School of Communication, Media & the Arts; School of Social Work; School of Performing Arts; College of Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology; School of Computer Science & Engineering and the Dr.
Susan L.
Davis, R.N., & Richard J.
Henley College of Nursing.
Sacred Heart, a Laudato Si’ campus, stands out from other Catholic universities as it was established to be led by the laity.
This contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts and, at the same time, cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change—in their own lives, professions and in their communities.
The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 391 Colleges: 2026 Edition and Best Business Schools: 2025 Edition.
Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliate station, WSHU Public Radio; a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre. www.sacredheart.edu View SHU’s Faculty Experts Here To apply Qualified candidates are invited to submit a completed application and résumé through the University's online application system.
Applications submitted outside of the official Careers at SHU website will not be considered.
Applicants should not apply through third-party or external job sites, as such postings may be fraudulent or may misrepresent opportunities that are no longer available at the University.
A cover letter or statement of interest is preferred for all staff positions.
Sacred Heart University complies with all federal and state employment laws and regulations.
Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for this position.
Provides outside of the classroom instruction, writing and other academic support for students. Principal
Tutors' students individually or in scheduled group study sessions to review principles, solve problems, review for tests, and provide positive and constructive feedback. Facilitates reading, writing, and academic skills labs and workshops to develop writing, math, word processing, study, and other academic skills. Maintains and updates confidential files and records, ensuring that ethical and legal guidelines are maintained. Utilize learning materials, textbooks, software, and equipment to facilitate tutoring; may design specific handouts, study, and related materials in collaboration with academic departments. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, & Other Attributes Bachelor’s degree required. Demonstrated knowledge in subject field. Highly effective interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills. Demonstrated proficiency with various software and technology tools, including learning management systems, scheduling platforms, and online communication tools. Experience working in an educational setting. Unusual Working Conditions Some evening and weekend hours may be necessary. This job posting provides an overview of the role's general nature and expected tasks. It is not meant to be a comprehensive list of all duties performed. The university reserves the right to modify or reassign job responsibilities at any time. This posting description does not constitute an employment contract, either explicit or implied. Sacred Heart University is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree and demonstrate subject matter expertise. Experience working in an educational setting and proficiency with various software and technology tools are required.
Market context
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