2025- 2026 Student Writing Tutor Job at Florida International University - Board

Overview

Job Opening ID: 535807

Location: Modesto A. Maidique Campus

Review Date: 09/12/2025

Full/Part Time:

Regular/Temporary: Temporary

About FIU

Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.

Job Summary

Employees will serve as a writing tutor to FIU undergraduate students, assisting them on their writing projects.

Job Category

• Federal Work Study

Desired Qualifications

Employees will serve as a writing tutor to FIU undergraduate students, assisting them on their writing projects.

Who May Apply

• Students enrolled at FIU, who have been awarded Federal Work Study (FWS) as part of their Financial Aid Award package.
• Student must be enrolled with a minimum of six (6) credit hours in a course of study leading to a degree or a Financial Aid eligible certificate, during Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters.
• Upon credits decreasing, award being canceled, or graduating, FWS employment must end.

Work Schedule

Schedule based on department needs and class schedule.

Advertised Salary

$14.00/per hour

Pre-Employment Requirements

Criminal Background Check. This student appointment may be subjected to a pre-employment background check.

Student Background Checks

Extended Background Check is required if the job includes any of the following responsibilities. Some may also require a Fingerprint Check. The following considerations may apply:

• Duties: Will the position provide unsupervised direct care, treatment, education, training, instruction, supervision, or recreation to vulnerable populations? (Fingerprint Check required)
• Will this role be in specified centers or programs?
• Will this role be part of a university-sponsored summer camp or afterschool program? Some positions may require clearance at cost.
• Will this role require entering K-12 schools? Some roles require specific clearances at cost.
• Will this role have direct access to cash, payments, or IT-related functions?
• Will this role require driving a university-owned vehicle?
• Will this role travel with Athletics teams to events?
• Will the role be in health and human services units or other sensitive locations?
• Will the role perform or support research? (No for certain GA/RA/TA contracts)

How To Apply

Prospective Employee: If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, be prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. Attach documents in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

Note: This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Disclosures

• Clery Notice: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, FIU provides information on crime statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/.
• Pay Transparency: FIU will not discriminate against applicants for discussing pay information. Disclosure policies apply as described by applicable laws and university guidance.
• EEO: FIU is an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For nondiscrimination inquiries, contact FIU’s Office of Civil Rights Compliance and Accessibility at 305.348.2785 or ocrca@fiu.edu.