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Pennsylvania State University

PSL Peer Writing Tutor

🇺🇸 University Park, PA

🕑 Part-Time

💰 TBD

💻 Tutoring

🗓️ December 4th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

The Pennsylvania State University is hiring a PSL Peer Writing Tutor. This role involves working as a peer writing tutor to support undergraduate students through tutoring and peer-guided study groups, requiring the candidate to be an undergraduate currently enrolled at University Park and having completed or enrolled in ENGL 250: Peer Tutoring in Writing.

Highlights
  • Provide peer writing tutoring and support undergraduate learning at Penn State University Park.
  • Must be currently pursuing an undergraduate degree at University Park campus.
  • Must have completed or be enrolled in ENGL 250: Peer Tutoring in Writing course.
  • Employment requires successful completion of university background checks.
  • Part-time employment status.
  • Work location approval for remote or hybrid is not guaranteed.
  • Supports Penn State Learning programs focused on peer tutoring and study groups.
  • Equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive and equitable hiring practices.
  • Compliance with Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act.
  • Engages with undergraduate student community at Penn State University Park.

PSL Peer Writing Tutor Full Description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

 
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants
 
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Penn State Learning, which supports undergraduate learning through peer tutoring and peer-guided study groups, is currently interviewing qualified undergraduate students to work as writing tutors. Candidates must be currently pursuing an undergraduate degree at the University Park campus and must have completed or be enrolled in ENGL 250: Peer Tutoring in Writing. For more information on course prerequisites, please see: http://pennstatelearning.psu.edu/employment.
 
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCESEmployment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
 
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
 
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

 The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission.