Writing Center TAP Tutor

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Applicants are to thoroughly complete the online application and attach the following required documents: cover letter, resume, and transcript. The transcript must show successful completion of ENGL 1113 or equivalent and ENGL 1213 or equivalent with either a final grade of B or above, or an attached recommendation from faculty who can speak to the candidate’s qualifications for the position accompanied by a writing sample.

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Classification

Title:

Temporary Non-Exempt

Working Title:

Datatel Position A

Annual

Hours:

As needed or assigned not to exceed 25 hours per week or 750 hours in a fiscal year.

Placement Range: $10.00

Position Type:
Temporary Part-time

Job Category:
Non-Exempt

• Assist students in the Writing Center
• Tutor students in reading, composition, and study skills
• Serve as mentor to student staff

• Demonstrated excellence in writing skills and knowledge of grammar.
• Accurate filing skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Positive human relations skills.
• Excellent written communication skills, particularly when composing professional and effective email messages.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and knowledge of basic computer troubleshooting.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentorship experience.

• Sedentary work:
  The person in this position may occasionally exert up to 10 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• This position requires the person to frequently move about the lab to assist students and perform the essential functions of the position.
• This position requires the person to frequently communicate with and listen to students, faculty, and staff to perform the essential functions of the position. Must be able to exchange accurate information in various situations.
• This position frequently requires the person to operate and inspect a computer and other Communications Lab equipment to assist and/or instruct students on proper operation.
• This position requires the person to judge, observe and assess the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations.
• Working conditions:
  
  This position performs the essential functions in an indoor lab, classroom, or office setting.

Tutoring experience or experience working in an environment of higher education.

• Assist students in individualized exercises performed in the Writing Center.
• Assist students with their writing through the Writing Center’s online tutoring program.
• Provide supplemental instruction to clarify and reinforce classroom instruction and text.
• Assist faculty and students in the use of computers, computer learning programs, and worksheets.
• Assist in simple cleaning of center carrels, tables, desks, computer keyboards, and computer screens, as directed by the supervisor.
• Provide information to faculty regarding student progress and center use by filling out tutoring form.
• Participate in and assist with tutor training programs.
• Perform miscellaneous filing and other clerical duties for the Writing Center center.
• Conduct tours of the Writing Center and in-class presentations as needed.
• Serve as mentor and offer training to student staff.
• Complete special projects, as assigned by supervisor and Writing Center Assistants.

• Abide by the policies and procedures published in the Board of Regents Policies and…