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About Us
Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is the state's designated public liberal arts university, where students learn the essential skills to compete in a fast-paced and technology-driven global society. As one of only three selective state institutions in the University System of Georgia and a top 10 ranked public university in the Southeast, GCSU offers nationally recognized undergraduate and graduate programs that emphasize an expansive liberal arts education focused on critical thinking. Through personalized attention and award-winning, high-impact practices such as internships, service- and community-based learning, leadership development, and study abroad, GCSU prepares leaders, problem solvers and life-long learners for successful careers. The university offers small class sizes and personalized attention for optimal student engagement in a residential setting with opportunities for a variety of transformational experiences through experiential learning. The university's beautiful and historic campus is located downtown in Milledgeville, Georgia, a charming college town of approximately 19,000 residents in Central Georgia and located only 90 miles southeast of Atlanta.
Georgia College & State University is committed to protecting academic freedom and supporting the freedom of expression as outlined in the University System of Georgia's Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom policy and its Ethics Code of Conduct . For more information, visit us online at gcsu.edu .
Job Summary
Undergraduate Peer Tutors work with students to improve their writing by assisting them throughout the writing process, from brainstorming to polishing. They get to know students, their strengths and weaknesses, their personal learning style, their academic goals, and the expectations of their professors. When tutoring, they often teach by walking a student through the assignment, asking questions to guide the student towards finding and fulfilling their purpose for a particular task or assignment. In focusing on writers as individuals, they also assist students in developing their sense of voice within the parameters of their own goals.
Undergraduate Peer Tutor is responsible for leading one-on-one or small group sessions that are tailored to the needs and goals of students.
Responsibilities
Tutoring - 70%
Providing students positive and constructive feedback, keeping in mind best practices for mindset and motivation.
Working with students to help them identify key study skills and timelines for their course assignments.
Assisting students with finding and connecting with other resources and campus offices.
Strengthening and reinforcing their own knowledge of writing, tutoring, and teaching skills, including (but not limited to) assisting students using different sensory modalities, tutoring students through the writing process and multimodal work, higher and lower order concerns, and style guides.
Marketing, Communication - 25%
Following university protocols for difficult situations, including identifying students in distress.
Maintaining professional communication and working conditions.
Participating actively in meetings and events, including contributing to staff development and training.
Developing and presenting information for class visits, workshops, and other outreach functions.
Developing and distributing resources for tutoring sessions and other student support functions.
Other - 5%
Perform other duties as necessary.
Required Qualifications
Other Required Qualifications
-Current enrollment as a student at the institution; at least half-time status, which is 6 credit hours.
-Ability to work a flexible schedule around class commitments.
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Preferred Qualifications
Minimum GPA of 3.0; Instructor recommendation.
Preferred Experience
Experience in tutoring and/or teaching; Equivalent combinations of experience and education.
Proposed Salary
$10.50 / hour.
Required Documents to Attach

• Cover Letter
• Resume / CV
• School Course Schedule

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES
-Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
-Ability to understand and respond to oral and written instructions and ideas.
-Ability to interpret, apply and communicate disciplinary concepts.
-Effective time management and organizational skills.
-Ability to work harmoniously and cooperatively with student colleagues, faculty, staff and students.
SKILLS
Need to be able have excellent communication skills, proficient computer skills, including MS Office suite, ZOOM meetings, advanced information technology skills, and knowledge of instructional technology.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Equal Employment Opportunity
Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG). The Board of Regents prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from the participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any USG program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.
Other Information
This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel.
This position does not require security clearance.
Special Applicant Instructions
Seeking qualified candidates to apply.