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Pennsylvania State University Part Time Peer and Professional Tutors in Sharon, Pennsylvania
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process (https://pennstateoffice365.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/KnowledgeBaseArticlesSharing/EfiwgKReZ4VAjprFZPKWUm0Bq_sU3KzTmERfpryq0esPKQ) . 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. (https://pennstateoffice365.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/KnowledgeBaseArticlesSharing/Eeys15Xva4hFokHVtbP1eGIB5i1WFLc-J3k9KHgrFYZ7mg) 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 (https://hr.psu.edu/sites/hr/files/Application_Process_for_External_Applications_Non-Penn_State_Employees_.pdf) .
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Penn State Shenango is seeking part time peer and 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 on tutor versatility 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
Peer Tutors should be excellent students who are knowledgeable in their subject areas and capable of effectively conveying that knowledge to others
To be a Peer Tutor, 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. Peer Tutors 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 advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength 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 (https://police.psu.edu/annual-security-reports) .
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
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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.
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