Job Description

Job Title: Chinese Tutor/Assistant (WS-ST2)

Classification: Student Employee (non-exempt)

Name and Address of Employer: St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN 55057

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Department Name: Asian Studies

Unit Number (5 digits): 11447

Length of Position: See Employment Authorization

Contact Person/Supervisor: Director of the Chinese program

Wage Range: $12.00-13.00/hour

Description of the Position: (Purpose of the Position):

• To assist Asian Studies faculty in their teaching. Occasionally they may be asked

To assist Asian Studies faculty in their research and college-related service.

Transferable Skills:

• Communication (both in English and Chinese; both spoken and written); attention to detail; organization; punctuality; responsibility; confidentiality.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• To work with given faculty members in the Chinese program;
• To prepare and staff tutoring sessions for students enrolled in Chinese courses 111 to 360;
• To assist faculty members in reviewing homework and correcting quizzes;
• To assist faculty members in Chinese related activities and events;
• To assist faculty members in preparing course materials or carrying out projects as assigned.

Qualifications: (Education/Experience/Skills)

Minimum qualification:

• Completion of Chinese 232 with a grade of A- or better, or equivalent language proficiency;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work with minimal supervision;
• Strong interpersonal skills and strong Mandarin language skills;
• Punctuality in providing complete and timely feedback to students and arriving on time for meetings;
• Enthusiasm for promoting and teaching Chinese language and culture.

This job description is for general information purposes. It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position. This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College, with or without prior notice.