Peer Tutor, Writing (On-Site)

University of Maryland Global Campus • Elkridge, MD

1d • $16 • Onsite

About The Position

University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) seeks accomplished UMGC students to work on-site as part-time peer tutors for UMGC graduate and undergraduate students at UMGC Dorsey Station. Tutoring will be offered on-site at Dorsey Station via scheduled appointment and drop-in availability. Successful candidates will demonstrate high-level skills in both academic and technical writing and be able to support students in a variety of courses and programs.

Requirements

• In-depth knowledge in undergraduate writing skills, both academic and technical
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and verbal and written communication skills in English
• Ability to work closely with students to ensure student success
• Ability to work with diverse student populations

Nice To Haves

• Letter of recommendation or referral from a faculty member in a WRTG course or another course in which writing assignments constituted the majority of graded assignments
• Background in teaching, tutoring, and/or other type of learning support experience initiatives in a face-to-face environment

Responsibilities

• Provide support as a UMGC student peer tutor to other students enrolled in UMGC course s
• Respond to students’ questions and concerns related to their UMGC assigned courses
• Respond to questions about course concepts related to assigned readings, projects, or written assignments
• Provide clarifications, examples, and tutorials that support the student in developing a writing process and authentic learning
• Promote a professional, respectful, and safe learning environment
• Work more closely with English language learners

Benefits

• Time Off: C1s that regularly work over 12 hours per week are eligible for limited sick and safe leave at the rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, up to a maximum accrual of 40 hours in a calendar year.
• Health Coverage: Access to health care, medical with vision, dental, and prescription plans for both individuals and families, effective from the 1st of the month following your hire date.
• Insurance Options: Term Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.
• Supplemental Retirement Plans : include 401(k), 403(b), 457(b), and various Roth options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees