INTO OSU Learning Center Lab Assistant and Tutor

As INTO continues to grow, so do the opportunities to join our global team. INTO University Partnerships collaborates with leading universities to provide international students with a personalized and highly supportive learning environment in which to acclimate to life on university campus and prepare for long-term academic success. INTO helps leading higher education institutions reach, recruit, and retain international students, promoting globally diverse campuses and providing life-changing learning opportunities. Since 2005, INTO has launched partnerships to internationalize universities in the US, UK, and Asia. To learn more, visit: www.intoglobal.com/working-at-into/

INTO Oregon State University (INTO OSU) is a 50/50 partnership between INTO University Partnerships and Oregon State University. The partnership was established in 2008 to help drive the University's internationalization agenda with the intent of raising its brand and profile, establishing itself as an international research-intensive university and transforming the profile of its international student body as well as enhancing the overall student experience. The partnership established and operates a campus-based state-of-the-art international pathway center that currently serves more than 1000 international students in a variety of academic and English language programs.

The successful candidate for this position will exemplify the INTO OSU Core Values and support the Vision and Mission of the organization:

A Global Outlook: We respect diverse perspectives and international experience.
Our Students: We value the success and well-being of our students as the foundation of our work.
People: We build community with compassion, cooperation, collaboration, and trust. We respect each other with open communication and transparency.
Personal Efficacy: We provide leadership and take personal responsibility. We work with enthusiasm, positivity, and passion.
Growth and Development: We grow and adapt to change with creativity, innovation, and flexibility both as individuals and as a group.

INTO OSU Vision: A vibrant and inclusive international university environment

INTO OSU Mission: We empower our students to succeed in and contribute to a global community.

Job Overview

The Learning Center (LC) provides academic support for international students studying at OSU through peer tutoring. Students use LC tutoring services to practice their English skills, receive feedback on their assignments, and study for exams. Peer tutors mainly help students with their English skills but may be asked to also provide tutoring for other courses based on the tutor’s ability and student need. The Learning Center also houses a small resource library, study spaces and computer labs, so peer tutors are cross trained as lab assistants who perform simple administrative tasks and help maintain the LC spaces and materials. Successful applicants are current OSU students with strong English language skills and have a desire to help other students succeed. New tutors will receive relevant training after hiring, so applicants do not need tutoring experience.

Key Responsibilities

This is a valued role in a growing, dynamic organization, so the responsibilities of the position may change over time but will include the following:

General

● Be punctual and professional at all times.

● Observe all INTO OSU and LC policies, rules and regulations.

● Answer queries related to the LC and promote the LC services to all students.

● Keep the LC clean, well-maintained and operational at all times, including cleaning and filing.

● Assist with the start of term placement testing and registration processes.

● Open and close the LC when scheduled and keep it secure at all times.

● Check in/out library materials and other equipment to students, instructors and staff members.

● Assist customers in finding library/check-out materials, printing, and using computer programs.

● Assist students in scheduling tutoring appointments.

● Other duties as assigned.

Tutoring (as applicable)

● Help INTO OSU students learn, evaluate and improve their English and other academic skills.

● Tutor students in writing, reading, speaking and pronunciation skills.

● When assigned to do so, assist instructors in the classes per instructions provided.

● Lead individual and group conversation sessions in classroom settings.

● Opportunity for additional tutoring in subject-based classes such as math, science, business, engineering etc.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• Be a current OSU student in good academic standing.

• Strong academic English language skills and effective study strategies.

• Work effectively with students from other cultures and backgrounds.

• Good time management and customer service skills.

• Work 6-20 hours during the work week (Monday –Friday 7:30 am –7 pm).

• Ability to secure valid work authorization documents

Reporting Line

This position reports directly to INTO OSU Learning Center Coordinator

Compensation & Benefits

This is a part time, hourly position at $14.90 an hour. INTO takes care of their employees and ensures they are well and thrive with a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

• Paid Sick Leave
• 2 paid volunteer days (prorated)
• Additional gifted time off during Winter Break (prorated)
• 401(k) retirement plan – up to 6% company match
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs)
• Company-paid professional development courses
• Flexible Working Policy
• Company-paid Health & Wellness Apps
• Rewards & Recognition programs
• Campus perks

Location

At the INTO OSU Learning Center in the ILLC in Corvallis, Oregon.

INTO University Partnerships provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. INTO University Partnerships complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.