Job Description

Reading And Math Tutor

As required by federal regulations, the University must employ at least one work-study eligible student per academic year to work as a reading tutor for children who are preschool age or are in elementary school. The University must also employ a mathematics tutor for elementary children. Federal work-study eligibility is required for this position. If you are uncertain if you qualify for work-study funding, please check with a Financial Aid staff member to ensure that you are eligible before applying.

Examples Of Duties

The reading and math student tutor(s) will be employed by the GSU Financial Aid Office, in collaboration with Gilmer County Elementary School. The tutor(s) report directly to the Financial Aid Office Assistant II and indirectly to the Director of Financial Aid. The primary expectations and duties of the tutor are as follows:

• Be approachable and respectful to elementary school teachers, staff, and students
• Act responsibly and abide by all GSU and county school policies and procedures
• Be proficient in the area(s) for which the University student will tutor
• Assist students with homework, projects, test preparation, writing papers, research, or other academic tasks as assigned by the elementary school teachers or staff
• Ability to work with students to help them understand key concepts
• Ability to teach skills to improve academic performance, including study strategies, note-taking skills, and approaches to answering test questions
• Ability to provide students positive and constructive feedback

Typical Qualifications

• Minimum 2.50 cumulative GPA required, cumulative 3.0 or above preferred
• Education major and observation hours completed preferred
• Ability to maintain confidential student information
• Interpersonal communication/customer service skills
• Appropriate dress and professional behavior required
• Current enrollment as a GSU student

Applicants must include a letter of interest, current resume/employment application, and names and contact information for at least three references. Apply online at agency.governmentjobs.com/glenvilleedu/default.cfm. Glenville State University is proud of its commitment to affirmative action. Women, members of minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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