Duquesne University·Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
The tutor will provide one-on-one and in-class support to international students to assist with language and cultural adjustment. Additionally, the role involves maintaining tutorial records, assisting with event planning, and providing general office support.
AY2627 GEI Tutor - Global English Institute (Work-Study Required)
This position presents exciting opportunities to help international students learn about language, culture(s), and society in the U.S.
While working with international students, you will expand your multicultural understanding by learning about the students’ cultures – as well as gaining valuable insights into the English language and your own culture(s)!
At the same time, you can form friendships that can span oceans and years.
Training in English language tutoring is provided.
If interested, please contact the Assistant Director of the Global English Institute (GEI), Suzanne Meyer, at meyers1@duq.edu.
GEI student workers report to the Assistant Director of the GEI.
In fall and spring semesters GEI tutors may workup to 15 hours per week at an hourly rate of $12.
The position includes all or some of the following responsibilities: § Provide one-on-one tutoring support for additional support to GEI students who are either – instructor-referred and/or self-referred § Provide in-class support as requested by instructors, e.g., – act as a conversation partner/instructor’s assistant in speaking/listening and notetaking classes – act as a classroom aide to work with lower-level students on exercises for skills development or activities that allow higher-level students more opportunities to practice § Maintain tutorial records and files; communicate regularly with instructors who refer students. § Assist in planning and attend GEI events § Provide general office support, e.g., production of weekly newsletter, social media posts § Attend orientation, training, and meeting sessions
The following list represents preferred, not required, areas of prior experience and/or current interests. Education/Skills: § Very strong English language skills, especially in writing and superior grades at Duquesne University § Excellent interpersonal communication skills, including courtesy, patience, flexibility and sensitivity to other cultures § Competency with both computer applications (e.g., MS Office Suite) and social media § Good organization and record keeping skills Experience: This position might be of considerable interest to individuals with backgrounds or current involvement in: § Learning world languages § Study abroad § Study in Education, Communications, English, Modern Languages, Psychology, Business, and more!
Candidates should possess strong English language skills and excellent interpersonal communication abilities. Prior experience or interest in world languages, study abroad, or education-related fields is preferred.
Market context
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