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 College’s 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 bachelor’s 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.
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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 907-450-8200.
UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: .
The 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 kehuizenga@alaska.edu or 907-455-2814.
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.
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