Employment

Founded in 2005, Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) is one of 28 institutions within the University System of Georgia. GGC is a premier 21st century liberal arts institution accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Serving nearly 13,000 students, GGC’s innovative practices, caring culture, and extremely affordable tuition are changing the game in higher education and changing the future for students at all levels, of all ages, and from all walks of life. Gwinnett County (pop. 920,000+) is home to a variety of businesses, including organizations involved in health care, education and information technology.

The Academic Enhancement Center's professional writing tutors provide academic tutorial support to students with all aspects of the writing process while mentoring them to become independent learners. In addition, tutors assist the department by presenting workshops on writing-related topics and study skills, participating in and facilitating professional development sessions, and assisting with promotional events such as new student orientation. Finally, professional tutors mentor peer tutors by example to help them grow as professionals in the field.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide face-to-face and online tutorial assistance in the AEC
• Participate in the TIC-TAC-TOE tutoring program
• Create and present academic workshops for students
• Participate in/present professional development sessions
• Mentor peer tutors by demonstrating professional behavior
• Assist with AEC promotional events
• Engage in AEC student flow management procedures
• Attend and/or present at offsite or on-campus workshops or professional development opportunities to enhance the program’s efficiency
• Attend training and other required meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 4 Year / Bachelor's Degree in related field
• Must have a grade of B or better in coursework related to the subject to be tutored
• Ability to work occasional non-standard hours (evening and weekend shifts)
• Prior tutoring, mentoring, or teaching experience
• Demonstrated strong customer service skills
• Ability to collaborate with supervisors, colleagues, and students regularly
• Must be able to handle confidential information

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate Degree in related field
• Tutoring/teaching experience in higher education
• Experience working with underprepared students from diverse backgrounds

Due to the volume of applications, applicants may not receive a reply from the College unless an applicant is selected for an interview. Review of applications will continue until positions are filled. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States and proof of eligibility will be contemporaneously required upon acceptance of an employment offer. Any resulting employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation and credit check if applicable to the position, as determined by Georgia Gwinnett College in its sole discretion. Georgia Gwinnett College, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or religion. Georgia is an open records state.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Position may require local travel. Ability to lift and carry files and materials. Ability to move from one office to another office on campus. Adequate vision, hearing and manual dexterity to interact with people in person, on the phone and in writing. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.