Writing Tutor (Reading Writing Lab)

Brigham Young University – Hawaii

1d•$17•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides individual instruction and coaching to supplement classroom learning. The role involves direct one-on-one tutoring, creating and maintaining weekly labs, and completing CRLA certification. It also includes proposing and completing a project to service students and enhance the Lab, attending weekly staff meetings and trainings, fulfilling reception desk duties, completing a weekly work log, and preparing and teaching workshops. The position requires enrollment in and completion of three semesters of English 395R.

Requirements

Successful completion of English 101 with a B- grade or better, or transfer credit equivalent.
Complete the English Skills Assessment with 80% or higher grade (65 out of 81 points).
Submit a sample of your current academic writing (minimum 1 page, double spaced. A page from a recent class essay or paper will work.)
Submit a current resume with references.
Maintain a 3.0 GPA.
Commit to 3 consecutive semesters of employment.
Attend all weekly staff meetings and trainings on Wednesdays at 5PM (required for CRLA).
Work 19 hours per week (15 hours minimum unless splitting hours with another campus job).
Be punctual and flexible.
Relate to diverse ethnic backgrounds.
Must exemplify the University Honor Code, including the dress and grooming principles and expectations.
6 Months General Work Experience

Nice To Haves

A recommendation from an English or EIL professor, or any University-level instructor is strongly recommended.

Responsibilities

Direct one-on-one tutoring.
Create and maintain weekly labs for ENGL101/315 (assigned as needed).
Complete one level of CRLA certification each semester.
Propose, plan, and responsibly complete a project that will service our students and enhance the Lab.
Attend all weekly staff meetings, trainings, and ENGL 395R class.
Learn and fulfill all reception desk duties, which include answering phones, responding to emails and social media messages, maintaining the appointments calendar, assigning the wait list as needed, acting as a contact point for tutees and tutors, etc.
Complete a weekly work log (required for CRLA certification).
Prepare and teach two workshops each semester.
Tutors may also be asked to plan and present in-class workshops as requested.
Enroll in and complete three semesters of English 395R (required for CRLA certification).
Perform other duties as requested.