Professional Tutor – Writing Center

Professional Tutor – Writing Center (Part-Time, Variable Hour)

 

Salary: $14.42 – $18.03 Hourly

 

Job Type: Part-Time Staff

 

Job Number: FY2503457

 

Closing: 10/13/2024 11:59 PM Mountain

 

Location: 800 W University Parkway, Orem

 

Division: Academic Affairs – Student Success

 

Position Announcement

 

Under the direction of the Writing Center Director, the professional tutor primarily tutors graduate students, graduate school applicants, and faculty and may also tutor undergraduates as needed (individually and in groups). Tutors via face-to-face tutorials and/or online (asynchronous) tutorial sessions. Addresses the needs of learners of all backgrounds and implements various instructional/tutorial strategies and techniques. Leads and/or mentors other tutors. Attends weekly training meetings.

 

Summary of Responsibilities

 

• Tutors students in one-on-one or group tutorials (either live, face-to-face sessions or online asynchronous sessions).

• Attends training and works on certification/training materials.

• Mentors new tutors and works on specialized projects.

• Other duties as assigned

 

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

 

Preferred Qualifications

Previous tutoring experience preferred, CRLA completing and completed Level 3 preferred

 

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

 

Knowledge

 

• Knowledge of basic tutorial and study strategies.

• Working knowledge of topics covered in ENGH 0890 & 1005; ENGL 1010 & 2010. Other training provided.

• Working knowledge of graduate-level writing and graduate school application writing genres.

• Applicants will have taken ENGL 2010, preferably at UVU.

• Familiarity with campus resources

 

Skills

 

• Skills in interpersonal communication, problem-solving, and decision-making.

• Skills with computer applications.

• Time and task-management skills.

• Reliability

 

Abilities

 

• Ability to collaborate with students to enhance their knowledge of tutored subject.

• Ability to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear, concise, and friendly manner.

• Ability to follow verbal and written instruction.

• Ability to read, write, and be understood in the English language.

• Ability to motivate students.

• Ability to work with a range of individuals.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Ability to accept and complete assigned projects.

 

EEO Statement:

 

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicants qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

 

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