Purdue Global Academic Center Tutor: Writing Center (42511)

Building on Purdue University's mission to provide greater access to affordable, high-quality education, PurdueUniversity Global is a public, nonprofit institution offering a world-class education online.

OurOpportunity:

Academic Center Tutors provide synchronous and asynchronous tutoring support services for Purdue UniversityGlobal students. Tutors are responsible for creating a positive, supportive environment and providing specialized content knowledgeassistance that helps students progress in their coursework and overall academic success. Tutors provide accurate and timely feedbackon paper and project reviews, provide students with helpful academic resources, facilitate group study sessions, teach basic study andlearning skills, and otherwise contribute to positive student learning experiences and student success. Tutoring specialization mayinclude but is not limited to, writing, math, science, technology, and business.

What to expect in thisrole:

Provides a warm, student-empowering learning environment Perform weekly tutoring sessions in accordance withestablished schedule and consistent with Purdue University Global's academic standards guidelines and tutoring policies, and provideaccurate, consistent student-centered feedback in a timely manner. Participates in development projects and manage projects in absenceof Academic Center Specialist Revise, create, and enhance tutorials and reference materials and web spaces Promote centerservices across the institution as directed Engage in relevant professional development, which is planned and approved by direct supervisor Attend department meetings, teleconferences, and trainings as assigned Comply with Purdue University Global Academicpolicies and procedures Perform other job-related duties or projects asassigned

Experience:

Masters Degree in Literature, Composition, Fine Arts, English, Communication,or Rhetoric Two years teaching or tutoring experience What we're lookingfor: Practiced knowledge of MS Office and Google suite Ability to manage multiple emails accounts Ability toadapt to changing technical demands; familiar with video creation and editing a plus Excellent communication skills both written andoral Ability to work independently in a remote environment with minimal supervision Demonstrate a commitment to students; providea positive student-centered atmosphere with patience and understanding Ability to perform in a fast-paced, deadline orientedenvironment

Additional Information:

This is a part-time hourly position. The target wage is$21.00/hour. Purdue University Global will not sponsor employment authorization for this position. Abackground check will be required for employment in this position. We ask that our remote employees have access to areliable internet connection and a dedicated, properly equipped workspace that is free of distractions. You may wish to review the Purdue Virtual Meeting Professional Standards .

FLSA:

Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime) Purdue Global is an EO/EA employer. Our goal is to recruit and retain talent from a broadpool of applicants. Purdue Global celebrates a variety of perspectives, experiences, and skills to support a success-focused environment foremployees and students. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. All are encouraged toapply. #HEJ