Federal Work Study - GEAR UP Tutor at InsideHigherEd

Job Title: Federal Work Study - GEAR UP Tutor Location: Middle GA State University Regular/Temporary: Temporary Full/Part Time: Part-Time Job ID: 287047 About Us Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses-Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins, all located in central Georgia-and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,400 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia's 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia's flagship aviation program, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state. Job Summary Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) academic tutors are responsible for providing tutoring and instructional support for GEAR UP cohort students.Responsibilities Maintains attendance reports for GEAR UP students.Collaborates with the teacher of record and instructional leadership to plan and implement small-group instruction. Uses students¿ notes and lesson observations to determine what concepts need to be taught or retaught.Demonstrates familiarity with textbooks and instructional materials used by GEAR UP students.Communicates academic progress and areas of concern.Takes an active role in developing the academic and personal strengths of GEAR UP students.Serves as a role model/mentor to GEAR UP students by demonstrating appropriate academic and social behaviors and always wearing appropriate attire.Utilizes appropriate interventions to redirect student behavior.Follows daily time schedule as assigned by GEAR UP Director and Middle Georgia State University Financial Aid Coordinator.Adheres to Code of Ethics standards and models professional conduct at all times.Adheres to Middle Georgia State University work study guidelines for hours worked per week.Assumes other academic duties as assigned by the GEAR UP Director.Student is required to retain Family Education Rights & Privacy Act (FERPA) confidentiality.Required Qualifications Minimum GPA of 2.5Be currently enrolled at Middle Georgia State University for at least 6 credit hoursStudents must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress.Preferred Qualifications Strong math, science or English background is desired.USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.Institutional Values Middle Georgia State University is committed to four core values in what we do and represent: CORE VALUES: Stewardship - Engagement - Adaptability - LearningEqual Employment Opportunity Middle Georgia State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of the Middle Georgia State University to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the Middle Georgia State University Office of Human Resources at 478.471.2010. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.Background Check Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with MGA, as determined by MGA in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.