Global Academic Center Tutor: Writing Center

Job Title: Purdue Global Academic Center Tutor: Writing Center

City: Remote/Virtual

Job Description:

Building on Purdue University’s mission to provide greater access to affordable, high-quality
education, Purdue University Global is a public, nonprofit institution offering a world-class
education online.

Our Opportunity:

Academic Center Tutors provide synchronous and asynchronous tutoring support services for
Purdue University Global students. Tutors are responsible for creating a positive, supportive
environment and providing specialized content knowledge assistance that helps students
progress in their coursework and overall academic success. Tutors provide accurate and timely
feedback on paper and project reviews, provide students with helpful academic resources,
facilitate group study sessions, teach basic study and learning skills, and otherwise contribute to
positive student learning experiences and student success. Tutoring specialization may include
but is not limited to, writing, math, science, technology, and business.

What to expect in this role:

Provides a warm, student-empowering learning environment
Perform weekly tutoring sessions in accordance with established schedule and consistent with Purdue University Global’s academic standards guidelines and tutoring policies, and provide accurate, consistent student-centered feedback in a timely manner.
Participates in development projects and manage projects in absence of Academic Center Specialist
Revise, create, and enhance tutorials and reference materials and web spaces
Promote center services across the institution as directed
Engage in relevant professional development, which is planned and approved by direct supervisor
Attend department meetings, teleconferences, and trainings as assigned
Comply with Purdue University Global Academic policies and procedures
Perform other job-related duties or projects as assigned

Experience:

• Master’s degree in Composition, Writing, Communication, or MFA
• Two years teaching or tutoring experience

What we’re looking for:

Practiced knowledge of MS Office and Google suite
Ability to manage multiple emails accounts
Ability to adapt to changing technical demands; familiar with video creation and editing a plus
Excellent communication skills both written and oral
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Demonstrate a commitment to students; provide a positive student-centered atmosphere with patience and understanding
Ability to perform in a fast-paced, deadline oriented environment

Additional Information:

• This is a part-time hourly position. The target wage is $21.00/hour.
• When applying for a Tutor position at Purdue Global you will be asked to provide an unofficial transcript and if hired will be required to provide an official transcript.
• Purdue University Global will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.
• A background check will be required for employment in this position.
• FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime)
• Purdue Global is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Our goal is to recruit and retain talent from a diverse pool of applicants and celebrate a variety of perspectives, experiences, and skills to support an inclusive environment. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, striving to ensure a fair and equitable process. All are encouraged to apply.