Part Time Peer and Professional Tutors

The Pennsylvania State University

Dec 23, 2024
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Penn State Shenango is seekingpart time peerand professional tutors in a variety of subjects for the 2023-2024 academic year. Availability would be by-appointment-only, walk-in, study groups, embedded tutoring, or online tutoring, depending ontutorversatility and student demand. Desirable subject areas include: Accounting Anatomy/Physiology Biology Chemistry Communications Criminal Justice Cybersecurity/Information Sciences and Technology Economics English/Writing Finance History Math (all levels) Microbiology Nursing Occupational Therapy Physical Therapy Physics/Engineering Psychology Statistics Study Skills Spanish Qualifications: Professional tutors should have a degree completed in a related field of study PeerTutors should be excellent students who are knowledgeable in their subject areas and capable of effectively conveying that knowledge to others To be aPeerTutor, a student must achieve an overall GPA of at least 3.0 and a minimum of a A- in the subject(s)tutored If tutoring minors, this job requires the following 3 publicly available clearances: * PA State Police Criminal Background Check * PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form * FBI Criminal Background Check The SHARC expects all tutors to be courteous, respectful, professional, and ethical at all times.PeerTutors are expected to monitor appointment notifications on Penn State email, be prompt, be knowledgeable about scheduling, be available to meet as a group or with the coordinator as needed, handle interactions tactfully and effectively, and keep information regarding all students confidential. The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancingdiversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individualuniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversityinitiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society andnature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a corestrength and an essential element of our public service mission. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Affirmative Action Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines Sharon, PA