Inside Higher Ed is hiring: Writing Peer Tutor (Gainesville) - Institutional Stu

Overview

Writing Peer Tutor (Gainesville) - Institutional Student Worker at Inside Higher Ed

Location: UNG - Gainesville
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 286628

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for Writing Peer Tutors for the Gainesville campus. The purpose of writing tutoring is to assist fellow students with the mastery of concepts or applications of writing. Writing Peer Tutors integrate effective study and learning strategies, thereby maximizing each student\'s potential to become an independent learner and achieve academic success. As employees of the University, Writing Peer Tutors are expected to maintain ongoing communication with their supervisors. Tutors are also expected to refer students to other appropriate college resources as needed. Tutoring primarily takes place in the Gainesville campus Writing Center, with possible online tutoring duties as needed.

Responsibilities

• Tutor students online and in person in writing and integrate study and learning strategies to promote independent learning.
• Complete the required 10-hour tutor training in addition to at least 25 hours of actual tutoring time in accordance with College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA) certification requirements.
• For each session, complete required client report forms as instructed by your supervisor.
• Be knowledgeable of and make appropriate referrals to other campus resources; inform the supervisor of such referrals.
• Perform other duties related to the Writing Center as assigned by supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Able to establish rapport and communicate well with students.
• Able to break down writing concepts and deliver them in a concise and understandable way.
• Able to use Microsoft Word.

Required Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at the University of North Georgia in a minimum of six (6) credit hours to qualify as a student worker.
• Must have earned a grade of B or better in English 1101 and 1102.
• Must have and maintain a minimum overall GPA of 3.3.

Preferred Qualifications

• Writing experience across the curriculum a plus.
• Tutoring or mentoring experience a plus.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter

EEO / Core Values

The University of North Georgia is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate. USG values Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. USG also supports Freedom of Expression and related policies. UNG is a regional multi-campus institution and is The Military College of Georgia. This posting may be removed without prior notice.

Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will not be required to drive.
• This role is not considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position will not travel.
• This position does not require security clearance.