Academic Services Center - Graduate Assistant Student Tutor

High Point University • High Point, NC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Graduate Assistant Student Tutor engages with students in undergraduate courses, promoting critical thinking and empowering students to learn course materials. The role supports Peer Assisted Learning Services’ mission to foster undergraduate students’ academic growth, learning, and potential in a supportive environment that encourages intellectual development and a growth mindset.

Most or all duties take place on the fourth floor of Smith Library. The position requires up to eight hours per week, with hours varying according to job requirements. Graduate student tutors typically work five to eight hours per week; student employees may work no more than 20 hours per week. The position is eligible for rehire on a semester basis and has a starting rate of pay of $12.00.

Requirements

• Must be a current High Point University student in good standing.
• Must have a minimum overall GPA of 3.0.
• Must have earned an A or A- in the course being tutored.
• Must be recommended by a professor in the discipline.
• Must have in-depth knowledge and application of Adobe Creative Cloud Literacy, Adobe InDesign, and Adobe Photoshop.

Nice To Haves

• Previous tutoring experience during undergraduate studies is a plus but is not necessary.
• Attendance at tutor training is optional for graduate student tutors and SI leaders.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance with technical issues related to course software.
• Work directly with students in the classroom to support understanding and application of Adobe and other software.
• Hold no more than two office hours per week.
• Encourage and promote growth mindset techniques to improve students’ attitudes and beliefs about the course and use of technology.
• Encourage and promote growth mindset techniques for creativity in coursework, assignments, and projects.
• Apply in-depth knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud Literacy, Adobe InDesign, and Adobe Photoshop.
• Use software for facets of strategic communications.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed