Tutor, Student Employee (Writing Center)

Job Title:  Tutor, Student Employee (Writing Center)

Job Code:  1877

Scheduled Weekly Hours:  15  

Job Week Assignment:  36

Rate of Pay:  $15.00 per hour

Work Cycle:  Monday two weeks prior to the start of the fall term and continues to Graduation

FLSA Status:  Non-exempt  

Revision Date:  1.1.2026

This application is open to Federal Work Study (FWS)-eligible students as well as non-FWS students. Fifty percent of the available positions are reserved for FWS students.

The tutor student employee is responsible for providing individual and small group tutoring to prepare, advance or remediate students in specific academic areas.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and level of responsibility that will be required of positions given this title. This job description shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Job Responsibilities

• Supports the mission of the University and serves as an ambassador of the Q2 culture of service excellence
• Models, supports, and holds others accountable to the University’s values
• Identifies students’ academic needs and assists them toward improvement
• Reviews class assignments, content or standards; discusses content with student; and re-teaches when needed
• Responds to the needs of students, colleagues and community members in a timely and courteous manner
• Effectively communicates study strategies to ensure academic success
• Modifies and develops tutoring methods to meet each student’s different needs and learning styles
• Provides student progress updates and feedback to appropriate parties
• Teaches and models studying, note-taking and test-taking skills and strategies
• Researches and recommends supplemental texts, computer games or apps, equipment or other learning materials to further promote academic success

Job may require other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications – An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered. Additional requirements may be designated by position.

• Currently enrolled at Lindenwood University
• Good academic and financial standing with the university
• Academic major, minor or other demonstrated expertise related to position’s subject matter focus

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities – May be representative, but not all inclusive, of the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform this job competently.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures
• Thorough understanding and knowledge of subjects and skills being taught
• Creates positive learning environment by exhibiting patience and optimism
• Ability to effectively explain concepts to others
• Ability to maintain professional relationships with students, faculty and staff
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a proven ability to communicate professionally with students and educators
• Thorough understanding of multiple learning styles and effective methods of instruction
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of all records and conversations regarding student academic accomplishments and struggles
• Ability to foster students’ self-confidence by offering encouragement, positive reinforcement and constructive feedback
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Canvas (learning management system) and related software

Work Environment – Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of this job’s functions.  Please click here to view Lindenwood University’s flexible work designation descriptions.

• General office setting
• Standard business hours
• Fully On-Ground

Physical Abilities – The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform this job’s functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Regular in-person attendance is a necessary and essential function
• Ability to sit at a computer for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift and move items up to 50 pounds