Writing Center Tutor
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Do you have an interest in brainstorming topic ideas structuring essays or reading essays from multiple disciplines
The University of Alaska Fairbanks Community and Technical Colleges Learning Center is looking for experienced English tutors for our Writing Center. English tutors play a vital role in helping students obtain academic excellence in a variety of courses that contain written assignments. Not only do our English tutors support university students in-person and online but they also work with local high school students and the Fairbanks community. Positions are part time with a flexible schedule as well as tutoring online is available as needed by the CTC Learning Center.
The ideal candidate will have professional level knowledge in the proper use of English both written and spoken. Computer skills. Ability to analyze and solve problems. They will be organized able to determine priorities and meet multiple deadlines. Knowledge of office practices and procedures and the ability to recognize and work with various learning styles will enhance your success in this position.
To thrive in this position you will have excellent writing spelling punctuation grammar and attention to detail in a written work and well as a familiarity with using the internet accessing work email sending and downloading electronic documents and using word processing programs. Being comfortable with MLA and APA formats will help you excel in this position.
On a daily basis you will use your excellent communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with students and faculty coach students through all stages of the writing process and guide students to resources online and on campus. Maintaining and preserving confidentiality and complying with FERPA guidelines will be a daily practice.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Successful candidates will have 6 months to 3 years (or more) classroom or tutorial experience or the equivalent.
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required although a bachelors degree is preferred.
Position Details:
This is a part time position with flexible hours. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Temporary Salary Schedule Grade 77 step 1.
Interested applicants must apply online however we also encourage you to network with the CTC Tutor Coordinator if you are interested in this position.
To complete your application please attach:
- a cover letter indicating the area(s) where you feel you have the technical skills to assist
- a comprehensive resume
- the name email and phone number of three professional references.
This is a pooled position applications will be reviewed on an as-needed basis. SUCCESSFUL SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION DOES NOT GUARANTEE A JOB OFFER NOR REVIEW OF APPLICATION MATERIAL.
*To be eligible for this position applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.
The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process please contact UA Human Resources by phone at .
UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.
Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.
If you have any questions regarding this position please contact Kellsey Huizenga UAF CTC HR Coordinator at or .
All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.
*Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report whichcontains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence domestic violence sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.
Access to the reports is available at:
UAA:(Addresses Anchorage campus Aviation Technology Complex JBER - Elmendorf Extension JBER - Richardson Extension Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus Kodiak College Kodiak High School Extension Matanuska-Susitna College Prince William Sound College and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension)Online: a paper copy in person:UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage a paper copy by mail: or/ or.
UAF:(Addresses Fairbanks Campus Bristol Bay Campus Chukchi Campus Community and Technical College Kasitsna Bay Campus Seward Marine Center Tok Campus Kuskokwim Campus and Northwest Campus)Online: a paper copy in person:UAF Office of Rights Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution a paper copy by mail: or.
UAS:(Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus Juneau Technical Education Center Sitka Campus & Ketchikan Campus)Online: a paper copy in person:Hendrickson Building Suite 202 on the Juneau a paper copy by mail: or emailing.
Employment Type
Temp
