Student - French Tutor

Position Announcement

The Department of Languages and Cultures is seeking a highly motivated self-starter to work as aFrenchtutor in theLanguage Hub. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Make sure to include all required documents listed below as incomplete applications will not be considered.

Required Documents:
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Transcripts
4. Class Schedule
5. 3 References

Summary of Responsibilities

• Tutor students enrolled in French courses, particularly lower-division courses, in person and virtually.
• Complete tutoring certification program, model problem-solving skills and study strategies, assist in curriculum design forLanguage Hub, and improve personal language skills.
• Participate in the production and disseminationofpromotional materials and events.
• Assist in hosting events in the Language Hub.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the manager.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

• Current UVU student registered for a minimum of 6.0 credits.
• Native or near-native proficiency in language comprehension, production, and writing.
• Knowledge and ability to explain, in detail, aspects of French (grammar, vocabulary, syntax, pronunciation, colloquial usage, etc.) as covered inFrench3050, or equivalent.
• Completion of FREN3050, or equivalent, with a grade of at least an A–.
• Available to work between 12–15 hours per week, during normal business hours (9:00 am to 5:00 pm) and possibly some evening hours to be determined.

Preferred Qualifications

• Engagement with French-speaking community outside academic setting.
• Majoring or minoring in French.
• Experience in teaching or tutoring.
• Experience in utilizing tutoring services.
• Experience in collating and analyzing data in Microsoft Excel.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Ethical, responsible, motivated self-starter who needs little supervision after training.
• Ability to adhere to a set schedule, generally 15 to 20 hours per week.
• Evidence of advanced customer service and interpersonal skills.
• General computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, etc.).

EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant’s qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.