Peer Tutor: Writing, World Languages, Humanities, Social Science, Music

Universities of Wisconsin; Stevens Point (WI); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point invites applications for a Peer Tutor in Writing, World Languages, Humanities, Social Science, or Music. You will support peers to achieve learning goals and grow as a professional, with flexible on-campus hours.

The role emphasizes effective communication, understanding course material, and mentorship through tutor training. The position is based in the Tutoring Learning Center with a starting wage of $12.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Completed at least one semester at UWSP with at least two semesters remaining.
• GPA 3.0 or higher or a faculty recommendation letter.
• Available to tutor for at least two semesters.
• Enjoy helping others learn and work with peers in a collaborative learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide tutoring and support in one of our service areas.
• Assist learners in developing effective study skills and test-taking strategies.
• Learn and apply TLC and tutoring program procedures.
• Regularly check staff email and communicate with other staff members.
• Attend required orientations, meetings, and training sessions.

Skills

Tutoring

Communication

Collaboration

Mentorship

Job description

Position Title:

Peer Tutor: Writing, World Languages, Humanities, Social Science, Music

Job Category:

Student Hourly

Job Profile:

Student Help

Special note for those interested in writing tutoring:

• Be prepared to submit a writing sample along with this application.

As a tutor, you will support your peers in achieving their learning goals while learning and growing as a professional. As a tutor you will:

• Enhance your communication skills
• Increase your understanding of and gain new perspectives on the subject you tutor
• Better understand the learning process through tutor training and your work with peers with other learning styles and educational experiences
• Gain mentorship skills
• Enjoy flexible hours (4-12 per week) in a convenient on-campus work location
• Earn a starting wage of $12.00 per hour

Duties and Expectations:

• Provide tutoring and support in one of our service areas
• Assist learners in the development of effective study skills and test-taking strategies
• Learn and continually apply TLC and tutoring program procedures
• Regularly check staffemail and communicate with other staff members
• Attend required orientations, meetings, and training sessions

Department:

Tutoring Learning Center

Compensation:

$12.00

Required Qualifications:

• Completed at least one semester at UWSP with at least two semesters remaining
• Demonstrate a strong grasp of course material as evidenced by a 3.0 GPA or above and/or a faculty recommendationletter.
• Available to tutor for at least two semesters
• Willing to work with peers in a collaborative, inclusive learning environment
• Enjoy helping others learn

Education:

Completed at least one semester at UWSP withat leasttwo semesters remaining

Contact Information:

[e-mail]

Special Notes:

Through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point stimulates intellectual growth, provides a liberal education, and prepares students for a diverse sustainable world. The university is committed to creating a safe, inclusive learning community for all faculty and staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit https://www.uwsp.edu/join-uw-stevens-point/ for more information about UW-Stevens Point. To learn about the Stevens Point (aka Point) area fun, jobs, housing, education, quality of life, and bragging rights, visit www.stevenspointarea.com.

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The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.