Peer Student Tutor - Federal Work Study

About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a federal work study student in the Tutoring Services department on the Dahlonega campus. The Student Peer Tutor is responsible for tutoring students in university-level courses and assisting students, faculty, and staff with all services provided by UNG tutoring centers.

Responsibilities

• Tutor students will help students in respective courses.
• Integrate study and learning strategies to promote independent learning.
• Complete the required 10-hour tutor training in addition to at least 25 hours of actual tutoring time, in accordance with College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA) certification requirements.
• Complete required documentation, including client report forms as instructed by your supervisor.
• Be knowledgeable of and make appropriate referrals to other campus resources; inform the supervisor of such referrals.
• Demonstrate the use of materials related to subject material.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Tutoring Services Director, Assistant Directors, or Coordinator.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Able to establish rapport and communicate well with students.
• Competency of subject matter with the ability to break down and explain component parts in a concise but clear manner.
• Must be friendly and personable; empathetic towards fellow students.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from students, faculty, staff, and the general public.

Required Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at the University of North Georgia in a minimum of six (6) credit hours to qualify as a student worker.