Professional Tutor

Professional Tutor provide support to The Writing Center at Saint Thomas University, which is a campus-wide administrative unit that supports students as thinkers and communicators by helping them become better writers.

Responsibilities will include come combination of the following tasks:

• Work with students across disciplines on a range of writing projects in one-on-one and small group tutoring sessions
• Work regular weekly shifts as assigned
• Support undergraduate and graduate students through one-on-one consultations about writing
• Promote the writing center through class presentations and other events
• Communicate clearly, quickly, and responsibly with students, staff members, and other stakeholders
• Participate in required trainings, meetings, and professional development activities as assigned

Qualifications

University Writing seeks to employ a diverse team of students with different language backgrounds, life experiences, areas of expertise, knowledge, perspective, and strengths. Candidates from any academic discipline are encouraged to apply as long as their interests and/or career goals align with the work of The Writing Center.

Candidates must be:

• Demonstrated ability to achieve academic success in writing.
• An interest in and empathy for why students may struggle with writing.
• A genuine interest in helping others, sharing knowledge, and collaborating with peers and professional staff.
• Refined listening and communication skills.
• An awareness of fundamental components of college-level writing.
• Available to work part-time / full-time during the ACADEMIC YEAR, with preferences given to candidates who can work year-round.

Preference will be given to candidates who are able to demonstrate the following skills:

• Writing and discussing writing projects.
• Critical thinking and problem solving
• Interpersonal communication and active listening
• Intercultural sensitivity
• Time management and organization
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Public speaking and facilitation
• Work Location: Professional Tutors perform their duties in The Writing Center, which is located in Dooner Hall on the Dain Thomas University campus. Some work duties may occur on Zoom.
• Compensation: Pay is $25.00 per hour paid on a bi-weekly schedule

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location: One location