Writing Tutor Job at Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science, Los Angeles, CA

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  • Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science
  • Los Angeles, CA

Job Description

Meet with students on a one-to-one or small-group basis to give learning assistance. Maintain a weekly schedule of available hours in the Student Education and Services Center and through the online tutoring services scheduling system for student appointments for tutoring in course content areas and/or learning strategies. Support and develop writing skills, strategies, and grammar 101 techniques Familiar with referencing styles (APA and MLA) Excellent understanding of academic writing such as research and thesis papers in one or more disciplines Keep regular and accurate records of tutoring sessions using the required software and/or relevant forms. Visit applicable classes at least once to make contact with faculty members and to obtain any necessary course syllabi or materials. Attend tutor-training sessions as required by the Learning Specialist or the Dean’s Office. Assist with additional duties as needed; for example, organizing materials, performing student data collection and data reporting, or other duties. Provide requested reports and/or updates on tutoring. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Meet with students on a one-to-one or small-group basis to give learning assistance. Maintain a weekly schedule of available hours in the Student Education and Services Center and through the online tutoring services scheduling system for student appointments for tutoring in course content areas and/or learning strategies. Support and develop writing skills, strategies, and grammar 101 techniques Familiar with referencing styles (APA and MLA) Excellent understanding of academic writing such as research and thesis papers in one or more disciplines Keep regular and accurate records of tutoring sessions using the required software and/or relevant forms. Visit applicable classes at least once to make contact with faculty members and to obtain any necessary course syllabi or materials. Attend tutor-training sessions as required by the Learning Specialist or the Dean’s Office. Assist with additional duties as needed; for example, organizing materials, performing student data collection and data reporting, or other duties. Provide requested reports and/or updates on tutoring. Education Regionally accredited bachelor’s degree or equivalent of combined education; master’s degree is preferred. Must be in good academic standing at a regionally accredited college or university. Must have completed at least 12-18 units in the assigned content areas. Experience Must have a recommendation from a faculty member. Completion of the applicable course or courses related to the subject matter with a grade of “B” or above. Good English-language communication skills. Skills Good interpersonal communication skills and ease in relating to people from varying educational, cultural, and social backgrounds. Reliability and punctuality. Demonstrates and maintains appropriate and professional behavior. Demonstrated data base management skills. Ability to establish priorities, meet deadlines and attain growth-oriented goals. Must possess excellent computer skills and be proficient in MS Windows, Word, Excel, etc. Complexity The ability to perform highly detailed work with sustained attention and care while providing/obtaining information on numerous inquiries is paramount to success in this position. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Occasional stooping. Frequent standing. Constant walking, sitting, climbing, reaching high/low levels, finger movement, feeling, speaking clearly, hearing conversationally, and seeing far and near. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Occasionally required to work in confined space. Mental Demands The mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Frequent variety of unrelated tasks. Constant calculating, interrupted work, a variety of interrelated tasks, and use of sustained concentration, reasoning, judgment, resourcefulness, analytical ability, and ingenuity. Special Requirements Ability to work effectively with a diverse community. COVID-19 Vaccination : As a health professions institution of higher education, Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science seeks to protect the health and safety of the University community. Accordingly, CDU will require COVID-19 vaccinations for all University students, faculty, and staff subject to limited exceptions and exemptions. The University vaccine requirement has been implemented consistent with federal and state law related to medical exemptions for students, faculty, and staff. Requests for disability and religious accommodations from faculty and staff will be evaluated consistent with the law and University policies and procedures. Hourly Rate Range: $17 for undergraduate students; $20 for graduate students Part Time EEO Statement: Charles R. Drew University is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants will be considered without regard to gender, race, age, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, disability or covered veteran status. Fair Chance Statement: Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local “Fair Chance” laws. Seniority level Seniority level Entry level Employment type Employment type Part-time Job function Job function Education and Training Industries Higher Education Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science by 2x We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science

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