Writing Peer Tutor- Institutional Student Worker

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a Writing Peer Tutor for the Blue Ridge campus. The purpose of writing tutoring is to assist fellow students with the mastery of concepts or applications of writing. Writing Peer Tutors integrate effective study and learning strategies, thereby maximizing each student's potential to become an independent learner and achieve academic success. As employees of the University, Writing Peer Tutors are expected to maintain ongoing communication with their supervisors. Writing Peer Tutors are also expected to be knowledgeable of and refer students to other appropriate college resources as needed. Tutoring primarily takes place in the Blue Ridge campus Writing Center, with possible online tutoring duties as needed.

Responsibilities

• Tutor students online and in-person in writing and integrate study and learning strategies to promote independent learning.
• In accordance with College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA) certification requirements, complete the required 10-hour tutor training in addition to at least 25 hours of actual tutoring time.
• For each session, complete required client report forms as instructed by your supervisor.
• Be knowledgeable of and make appropriate referrals to other campus resources; inform the supervisor of such referrals.
• Perform other duties related to the Writing Center as assigned by supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Able to establish rapport and communicate well with students.
• Able to break down writing concepts and deliver them in a concise and understandable way.
• Able to use Microsoft Word.

Required Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at the University of North Georgia in the minimum of six (6) credit hours to qualify as a student worker.
• Must have earned a grade of B or better in English 1101 and 1102.Must have and maintain a minimum overall GPA of 3.3.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover letter

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at .

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.