Writing Center Tutor Academic Year 2024-2024 Job at Millersville University of P

Position Information

Requisition Number
Stu356P

Position Type
Student Worker

Department
Department of Student Workers

Job Title
Writing Center Tutor Academic Year 2024-2024

Classification
Student Worker

Pay Rate
Starting rate $10.00/hr

Position Summary Information

Hours per week
Up to 10 hrs/week

Days Worked
Writing Center Hrs are M-Th 1-9PM and Fri 1-4PM

Hours/Shift worked
Flexible

Posting Detail Information

Job Summary/Basic Function

Millersville University's Writing Center is seeking a writing tutor to provide
guidance with student papers, projects, and other writing-related needs.

Required Qualifications

• Excellent written communication skills
• Excellent oral communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Computer skills (Proficiency in Microsoft Word and ability to use Zoom)
• Willingness to perform varied duties
• Ability to multitask and work with multiple projects at one time
• Must complete 3 required clearances (PA Criminal Background, Child Abuse History, and FBI Fingerprints).

Preferred Qualifications

Job Duties

• Responsible for guiding students' writing
• Responsible for assisting students in developing writing strategies
• Responsible for sharing writing resources with students
• Work in-person, on Zoom, and online
• Log tutor sessions
• Complete chosen Writing Center specialty role

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

• Be able to sit and use a computer for the length of shift

Posting Open Date
09/06/2024

Posting Close Date
01/24/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

Previous experience is not required. We will provide training to all.

Resume is required. Cover letter optional.

We encourage you to upload your class schedule, which will help us to assist you with determining the best working hours during your academic and extra-curricular schedule.

Quicklink for Posting/Requisition
https://jobs.millersville.edu/postings/12191

Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

Resume

Optional Documents

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Other Document 1

Class Schedule

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Are you currently attending Millersville University or will be at the time of employment?

• Yes
• No

* What is your current major/minor?
(Open Ended Question)

* List any English, W, Advanced Writing, or other relevant courses you have completed with a B+ or higher:
(Open Ended Question)

* What are your own strengths and weaknesses as a writer?
(Open Ended Question)

* Why do you think you would be a good writing tutor?
(Open Ended Question)

* This position requires that you complete three background clearances (PA Criminal Background, Child Abuse History, and FBI Fingerprinting). If you are selected for this position, do you have the three clearances from previous employment or for educational purposes? Or would you need to complete them?
(Open Ended Question)

* Are you currently on Millersville University Student Payroll?

• YES - I have another job on campus and am in the student payroll system.
• IN PROCESS - I am in the process of completing new hire paperwork with the Student Payroll Office for another job on campus.
• No.

* What days/hours are you available to work?
(Open Ended Question)