2023 - Summer 2024)
Apply now Job no: 496249 Work type: University Student Assistant Location: Jacksonville (Main Campus) Categories: Student Employment
Department:
Student Success Center
Salary:
$10.00 (Max 20 hours per week)
Position Summary:
Provides tutoring to individuals and small groups in the Student Success Center (SSC) located in the Houston Cole Library, 2nd floor. The SSC tutoring program is CRLA (College Reading and Learning Association) certified. If hired, students are expected to complete 10 hours of training. This position assists students in improving academic achievement, supports students by reviewing and clarifying learning problems, and provides useful study skills to students that need supplemental help. Additionally, peer tutors provide subject-area knowledge and serve as a model for students in the techniques, strategies, attitudes, and beliefs that successful learners employ as they acquire new knowledge, solve problems, and complete academic tasks. Tutors may also provide drop-in tutoring assistance to students based on requests for academic assistance. Tutors must possess knowledge of subject area material beyond a basic level; have excellent communication skills; the ability to provide an active learning experience for students by explaining difficult concepts and providing examples for explorations. Other assistance might include reviewing class material and discussing the text and course content.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Prepare for tutoring sessions by reviewing any notes, handouts, and/or textbook assignments.
Be punctual, begin all sessions promptly, use the time for academic tasks, and focus on the student's needs.
Minimum Qualifications:
Notice Regarding International Students:
Due to Visa requirements international students must be enrolled as a full-time JSU student and possess each of the following:
Passport from their respective country.
Required Documents:
Clery Notice: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act https:// clerycenter.org/summary- jeanne-clery act , the Jacksonville State University's Police provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The JSU Annual Campus Security and Fire Report is available online at: www. jsu.edu/police/docs/AnnualReport.pdf
Equal Employment Opportunity: JSU is an Equal Employment, Equal Opportunity, and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Advertised: Feb 27 2023 Central Standard Time Applications close: Jun 01 2024 Central Daylight Time
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