Writing Tutor

Writing Tutor
Student Status Work Study Optional -You are not required to be a Federal Work Study Recipient to hold this position.
Work Location West Plains Campus
Department West Plains Grizzly Tutoring Lab
Hiring Range $15.00 hourly
Sponsorship Information Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.
DepartmentEmployer Operating Hours 8 am - 5 pm Monday - Friday
How many hours per week are required? 5 -15 hours
Description of Primary Duties Work with fellow students individually or in small groups to help with organization, development, style, and sentence level issues. Tutors do not fix papers; they support students written work to help them become more independent and confident writers.
Required Qualifications Passed ENG 110 with an A. Must have an overall GPA of 3.0 with at least a 3.2 in the subject area. Letter of recommendation from an English teacher is required. Previous experience tutoring isn't required but it's desirable. A willingness to learn, interest in tutoring students for success, and enthusiasm to help others become better writers are necessary for the job. Ability to tutor other subjects is also a plus. Work study students who meet these criteria especially welcome.
Required Certifications Additional Qualifications Special Instructions to Applicants Contact Information Jennifer Edgeller
128 Garfield Ave.
West Plains, MO 65775
417-255-7248
jde4emissouristate
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Posting Detail
Open Date 04012026
Close Date 05082026
Posting Number 20260022STU
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Unofficial Transcripts - 1
Letter of Recommendation-1 (Non-confidential)
Optional Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Other Documents -1
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (•).
Does your financial aid award letter show that you have a work study award for the current academic year?
Yes
No
How many credit hours are you enrolled in for the upcoming fall semester?
(Open Ended Question)
Are you currently seeking a degree (or teacher certification) at Missouri State University?
Yes
No
I'm not sure
Do you have any formal or informal tutoring experience?
Yes
No
If Yes, please describe:
(Open Ended Question)
List all classes that you feel comfortable tutoring:
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What other time commitments (such as class, student organizations, etc.) will affect your availability to work?
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Do you prefer to be contacted by phone or e-mail? Please include contact information.
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If you have questions:
Office of Human Resources
(t) 417-836-5102
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Student Employment Services
(t) 417-836-5627
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