Job description
Position Information
Position Title
Peer Tutor
Academic Year
2023-2024
UIW Mission
The University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.
Position Summary
The Peer Tutor provides academic tutoring and/or writing assistance to undergraduate UIW students individually and in groups, as qualified, and will perform other center-related duties when not tutoring (see essential functions). Peer Tutors are assigned to specific disciplines based on qualifications.
This is a student position open to current UIW students who may be hired through the Federal Work-Study Program or student employment.
This is a student position open to current UIW students who may be hired through the Federal Work-Study Program or student employment.
Essential Functions
Essential functions include:
- Working with students individually and in groups, as qualified, to provide academic support;
- Based on experience, aid in offering workshops, exam reviews, and embedded tutoring;
- When not working directly with students, assist with other center-related tasks, such as outreach, record-keeping, and resource creation;
- Communicate regularly with supervisor;
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Strong communication skills, to include an ability to explain concepts;
- Demonstrate a professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills, to include patience and empathy toward students who are learning;
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
- Basic knowledge of standard office equipment and computer software.
- Be able to adhere to office standards, to include maintaining confidentiality and engaging in responsible, ethical conduct;
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures;
- Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.
Required Education
Current undergraduate or graduate student at UIW. Have and be able to maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0, to include outstanding performance in courses applying to tutor. Peer Tutors tutoring writing courses must demonstrate outstanding performance in at least one writing-intensive course with an emphasis on research at the college level.
Required Work Experience
None; training is provided.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience assisting others with academic work, such as helping a classmate or sibling.
Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations
Work Hours
Tutors work a set schedule of 5-20 hours per week, depending on tutor availability and demand for subjects tutored.
Physical Demands
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
STU1008PO
Number of Vacancies
8
Job Type
Part Time
Job Category
Students
Desired Start Date
08/17/2023
Position End Date (if temporary)
Reports to
Dr. Amanda Johnston
Salary
$12 per hour for undergraduate students
Open Date
05/03/2023
Close Date
05/31/2024
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Please contact the department directly for information on current subjects needed: (210) 829-3870, wlc@uiwtx.edu or tutoringservices@uiwtx.edu. If you are applying to become a writing tutor, please include an academic writing sample with your application materials. A minimum of two faculty recommendations are required.
EOE
UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).
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