Position Title:Professional Writing Tutor Job Category:Staff Department:Academic Enhancement Center - 6510226 Division:Academic Affairs Required Documents:Cover Letter, Resume, Writing Samples Position Statement:

Founded in 2005, Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) is one of 28 institutions within the University System of Georgia. GGC is a premier 21st century liberal arts institution accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Serving nearly 13,000 students, GGC’s innovative practices, caring culture, and extremely affordable tuition are changing the game in higher education and changing the future for students at all levels, of all ages, and from all walks of life. Gwinnett County (pop. 920,000+) is home to a variety of businesses, including organizations involved in health care, education and information technology.

Description:

As a member of the Academic Enhancement Center in the School of Transitional Studies, the Full-time tutor assists students in building academic skills and competency in various subject matter areas. The full-time tutor engages in student success initiatives, such as study skills workshops, professional development training, and promotional events. The Full-time tutor provides academic support to ensure students develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to become independent learners.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Facilitates one-on-one and small group tutoring sessions that promote independent thinking, productivity, and learning
• Engages in AEC student success initiatives, including but not limited to TIC, TAC, and/or TOE
• Demonstrates the ability to establish rapport with students, faculty, and staff
• Assists AEC leadership with developing tutor training activities and/or presentations
• Attends training to improve tutoring practices
• Collaborates with the GGC community to promote AEC initiatives and ensure student success
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree in related fieldMust have a grade of B or better in coursework related to the subject to be tutoredMust maintain a regular weekly scheduleMust have ability to work non-standard hours (including evenings and weekends)Must be able to work with a diverse group of people, meet deadlines, and work under minimal supervision.Must be knowledgeable of tutoring pedagogy and be able to lead seminars or workshops on a variety of academic topics for their colleagues and students.Must have a positive disposition and excellent interpersonal communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate Degree in related field

Position Disclosure:

Due to the volume of applications, applicants may not receive a reply from the College unless an applicant is selected for an interview. Review of applications will continue until positions are filled. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States and proof of eligibility will be contemporaneously required upon acceptance of an employment offer. Any resulting employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation and credit check if applicable to the position, as determined by Georgia Gwinnett College in its sole discretion. Georgia Gwinnett College, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or religion. Georgia is an open records state.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Position may require local travel. Ability to lift and carry files and materials. Ability to move from one office to another office on campus. Adequate vision, hearing and manual dexterity to interact with people in person, on the phone and in writing. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Position Status:Full-Time FLSA:Non-exempt