Summary of Position
Work individually or in small groups modeling appropriate study behavior and assisting students in areas of difficulty. Wage: $8.20/hr
Requirements
- Minimum of 3.0 GPA
- Completed at least 15 credit hours at Wright State University
- Received a grade of A or B in courses to be tutored
- Ability to communicate effectively
Duties and Responsibilities
- Prepare for tutoring session (e.g., read chapter, prepare quiz, etc.)
- Meet punctually and regularly
- Be supportive, empathic, and encouraging
- Respect confidentiality of sessions
- Support instructor
- Confront motivation, laziness, and attitude problems
- Maintain professional academic thrust of session
- Involve tutee in central role in tutoring activity
- Help with study habits (e.g., note taking, time planning)
- Help clarify new information
- Praise the student where possible and work to build a positive self-image
- Build as much success for the tutee as possible at each meeting
- Demonstrate problem-solving skills
- Help tutee approach the reading of the text
- Up to 20 hours/week (30 hours/week with 3.0 GPA)
Application
To apply for a tutoring position, please visit 023R Dunbar Library.
For additional information contact Folade Speaks.
