Professional Jobs in High Point, NC

This part-time position is to assist students enrolled in the Learning Excellence Program. The tutor will meet with students and work with students on improving writing skills and following a study plan provided by the student. Position will also oversee brainstorming topics and ideas for written assignments, content, structure, mechanics, and grammar and empowering students in improving writing skills. Must be available to work 25-29 hours per week for daytime and evening hours, potentially including weekend hours if necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Education, Experience and Training :

Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree in related area preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Ability :

The person seeking this position must have strong interpersonal skills, verbal communication, reasoning ability, ability to work with others individually or in groups, and maintain the confidential nature of services provided. Person must be able to review papers from various subject areas. A working knowledge of citation methods is required.

Physical Requirements :

None

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Position requires tutoring students in various courses offered by the University. Developing student study skills and creating a positive learning environment are required. In addition, keeping accurate records of students tutored and length of tutor appointment times are responsibilities of the position. Communication with the Senior Learning Excellence Specialist and with Specialists on the progress of students tutored is required. Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES :

The professional Writing tutor reports to an Assistant Director of Learning Excellence with direct supervision by a Senior Learning Excellence Specialist.

ACCOUNTABILITY :

Tutor will be responsible for working with Learning Excellence students on a weekly basis. Person must be engaged and proactive with Learning Excellence students while on duty.