Tutor - SPA 111/112/115/116/213

Illinois State University; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 20,664; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Participation in the University’s 403(b) Plan

Job summary

An educational institution in the United States is looking for a tutor to assist students in making successful transitions and achieving their academic goals. Responsibilities include providing tailored help based on each student's needs, effective communication, and possibly taking on additional tasks assigned by supervisors. Applicants must possess a GPA of at least 2.80 and be proficient in their tutoring subjects. The role allows for 6-15 working hours weekly, including potential nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Applicants must possess a minimum overall GPA of 2.80.
• A grade of A or at least a high B is usually required in applicable courses.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored tutoring to help students succeed.
• May handle additional tasks as assigned by supervisors.

Skills

Effective communication

Subject proficiency

Education

Overall GPA of at least 2.80

Grade of A or high B in relevant courses

Preferred GPA of 3.00

Job description

Job Summary

The Dr. Julia N. Visor Academic Center is a division of University College designed to help students make successful transitions to Illinois State University, achieve their educational goals, and realize their academic potential in their first year and beyond. The tutor provides help tailored to each student's needs, must be friendly, helpful, and able to communicate effectively. While the main responsibility is tutoring, other tasks may be assigned by graduate assistant supervisors and the Coordinator of Academic Support Services.

Additional Information

Student employees are eligible to participate in the University’s 403(b) Plan. For a comprehensive list of tutoring courses, visit https://universitycollege.illinoisstate.edu/tutoring/.

Pay Rate

$15.00/hour

Required Qualifications

• Applicants must have an overall GPA of at least 2.80.
• A grade of A or high B is usually required in the course(s) in which the candidate is applying to tutor.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient in the area in which they desire to tutor and able to convey that knowledge clearly via spoken and written word.
• Priority consideration given to those with a 3.00 GPA. Additional courses in the subject area applied for would be preferred.

Work Hours

6-15 hours per week, may include some nights and weekends.

Functional Expectations

• Effectively communicate on a daily basis.

Benefits

Eligibility for the University’s 403(b) Plan.

EEO Statement

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at [phone]. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.