Writing Tutor - Missouri Western State University : Job Details

Posting DetailsPosition Information Position Title Writing Tutor Department Center for Academic Support Appointment Term Academic Year (August - May) FLSA Non-Exempt Job Summary In the MWSU Center for Academic Support, tutoring is provided to assist students. The main purpose is to provide academic assistance to students through one-on-one tutoring or small group tutoring in person at the CAS or online via Zoom. Secondary roles include staying up-to-date on discipline knowledge and light clerical responsibilities. We are currently hiring for Writing Tutors.Essential Duties

• Provide academic assistance to students through one-on-one tutoring in person at the CAS or online via Zoom
• Complete rigorous training the first semester to cover clerical responsibilities, discipline knowledge, course content, and tutoring techniques
• Operate the CAS front desk, which includes greeting clients, answering phones, logging clients in and out, and other light clerical tasks
• Build on their knowledge foundation by studying materials and completing exercises that further their understanding of the disciplines tutored

Required Qualifications

• MWSU Student
• Degree Seeking
• Enrolled at least part-time
• Must have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Recommendation by two MWSU Faculty members
• Must have earned an A or B in English 104, 108 or ETC 200.

Preferred Qualifications Preference will be given to applicants who received an A in the aforementioned English courses and/or have tutoring experience.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge in the content area.

Physical Demands Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Additional Demands

• Possible online tutoring.
• Must have access to a stable internet connection and a device with working camera, microphone and speakers.

Location where duties are to be performed (CAS) Center for Academic Support, Hearnes 213Federal Work Study Not Required Hours of Work Tutors are hired based on student demand throughout each semester.Hours will varyPosting Detail Information Posting Number ST142P Number of Vacancies 6 Open Date 05/28/2024 Priority Deadline 03/01/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions Summary This position can hire a student who does or does not qualify for Federal Work Study eligibility. For more information on Federal Work Study eligibility, contact Financial Aid. (Eder Hall 103; 816-###-####; website)Review of candidates and interviews will begin immediately until filled. Tutors are hired based on student demand throughout the academic year.