UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT EL PASO
UNIVERSITY WRITING CENTER
TUTOR APPLICATION FORM
DATE:______SS#:______* UTEP ID #: ______
NAME:______
Last First Middle
LOCAL ADDRESS:______PHONE:______
CELL PHONE:______E-MAIL:______
CLASSIFICATION (Circle one): GRAD. SR. JR. SOPH. FR.
ANTICIPATED GRADUATION DATE:______MAJOR:______
OVERALL GPA:______LAST SEMESTER GPA:______GPA IN MAJOR:______
Are you currently working in any other department on campus? Yes_____ No_____
If “yes,” in what department?______; how many hours per week?______
What is your job assignment?______If hired as a tutor, would you want to continue that job while also tutoring? Yes_____ No_____
WHAT FOREIGN LANGUAGES DO YOU READ AND WRITE?______
LIST SUBJECTS/COURSES YOU FEEL QUALIFIED TO TUTOR:______
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WHY DO YOU WISH TO TUTOR?______
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WHY DO YOU FEEL YOU WILL MAKE A GOOD TUTOR?______
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WHAT DO YOU PERCEIVE AS THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF A TUTOR?______
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LIST PREVIOUS TEACHING OR TUTORING EXPERIENCE:______
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PLEASE IDENTIFY TWO PROFESSORS WHO WILL ACT AS REFERENCES.
1.______
2.______
*A Social Security Number must be obtained before you can be hired.
Return your completed application to the University Writing Center, Library, Room 227.
NOTE: Please read the Job Qualifications on the reverse side before submitting this application.
DESIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS
1. Must be of sophomore or higher classification and have completed one or more semesters at
UTEP.
2. Must have a minimum cumulative Grade Point Average of 3.0 and 3.0 in your tutoring area.
3. Must maintain a 3.0 Grade Point Average each semester they are employed.
4. Must have passed all portions of the Texas Success Initiative.
5. Must participate in initial and ongoing training programs as requested.
6. Must exhibit a high level of expertise in English.
7. Must be able to communicate well orally and relate meaningfully with fellow students as determined in a personal interview.
8. Must be responsible and willing to work under supervision.
9. Having previous experience in either teaching or tutoring would be most helpful.
10. Must provide two strong recommendations from University faculty or administrators.
11. Must have no campus disciplinary record.
12. May be asked to complete a proficiency test related to tutoring writing.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Tutors are expected to:
1. Become familiar with all services of the University Writing Center and related services.
2. Tutor students individually both in subject matter, and studying and learning skills.
3. Adhere to a predetermined work schedule and keep record of hours worked.
4. Maintain adequate records as required.
5. Dress appropriately and behave professionally.
The University of Texas at El Paso and the University Writing Center do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services.
HOUSE BILL 1922 NOTICE REQUIREMENTS
With few exceptions, you are entitled on your request to be informed about the information the University of Texas at El Paso collects about you. Under Sections 552.021 and 552.023 of the Texas Government Code, you are entitled to receive and review the information. Under Section 559.004 of the Texas Government Code, you are entitled to have the University of Texas at El Paso correct information about you that is held by us and that is incorrect, in accordance with the procedures set forth in the University of Texas System Business Procedures Memorandum 32. The information that the University of Texas at El Paso collects will be retained and maintained as required by Texas records retention laws (Section 441.180 et seq. of the Texas Government Code) and rules. Different types of information are kept for different periods of time.
Rev. Fall 08
Dear______:
______has used your name as a reference for a tutoring position in Writing at the University Writing Center. We want to hire the best qualified tutors, and it is important for us to know whether you recommend this student.
In consideration of your time, the reference form has been designed as a checklist. However, please feel free to add comments or to call me at 747-5112. The reference form may be returned to the Library, Room 227.
Thank you for your help.
Sincerely,
Esther S. Al-Tabaa, Associate Director
University Writing Center
NAME OF STUDENT______
QUALIFICATIONS
/ HIGHLYRECOMMEND
/ RECOMMEND / DO NOTRECOMMEND / INSUFFICIENT INFORMATION
Capable of tutoring in the area(s) identified above
Able to communicate and relate meaningfully to other students
Responsible and willing to work under supervision
Additional comments:
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Professor’s Signature Date
I hereby authorize the above named professor to release the requested information to the professional staff of the University Writing Center. I do/do not waive access to this information.
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Student’s Signature Date
The University of Texas at El Paso and the University Writing Center do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services.
Rev. Fall 08
(OVER)
HOUSE BILL 1922 NOTICE REQUIREMENTS
With few exceptions, you are entitled on your request to be informed about the information the University of Texas at El Paso collects about you. Under Sections 552.021 and 552.023 of the Texas Government Code, you are entitled to receive and review the information. Under Section 559.004 of the Texas Government Code, you are entitled to have the University of Texas at El Paso correct information about you that is held by us and that is incorrect, in accordance with the procedures set forth in the University of Texas System Business Procedures Memorandum 32. The information that the University of Texas at El Paso collects will be retained and maintained as required by Texas records retention laws (Section 441.180 et seq. of the Texas Government Code) and rules. Different types of information are kept for different periods of time.