TUTOR APPLICATION
Academic Success Center  Study Skills Training
Job Description
The Study Skills Tutoring mission is to support Kent State University students by aiding in the
intellectual transition from studying in high school to studying in college. In order to
accomplish this mission, student tutors are desired who possess the following qualities and
meet the following qualifications:

Necessary Qualities:
- Great interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work with diverse populations
- Patient and flexible
- Respectful of self and others

Academic Qualifications:
- Minimum 3.3 cumulative GPA

Time Commitment:
- A minimum of 6 hours per week to devote to tutoring
- Commitment to maintaining communication with ASC staff throughout the
week
Application Process
Please complete the following:

Application: Please be sure to fill in all of the requested information and respond
to all questions. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

Reference Form: Please have a professor who is able to speak to your
academic abilities complete the attached Reference Form. The attached
Reference Form may be used in place of an official letter of reference, but your
professor is more than welcome to attach a supplemental letter if desired.

Transcript: Please provide a copy of your KSU transcript. Unofficial transcripts
are acceptable permitting it is printed from your FlashLine account.
I acknowledge that all information on this application is accurate and will be kept confidential.
Signature: _________________________________
Date: __________________
Please either submit the above materials electronically to studyskills@kent.edu or in person to
the Center of Undergraduate Excellence, Suite 169 (formerly Lake/Olson Hall).
You will be notified if you have been selected for an interview.
Thank you for your interest!
SPRING 2016
TUTOR APPLICATION
Academic Success Center  Study Skills Training
Name (First, Middle, Last):
Banner ID:
Local Address (Street):
City, State, and Zip:
Permanent Address (Street):
City, State, and Zip:
Home Phone Number:
Cell Phone Number:
Kent State E-mail Address:
Major(s):
Minor(s):
Department:
College:
Cumulative GPA:
Class Standing:
☐ Freshman
☐ Sophomore
☐ Junior ☐
Senior
How did you hear about this position? ________________________________________
How many hours per week would you be available to work next semester? __________
Are there any days you will not be able to work? _______________________________
Note: The ASC is not open during breaks, holidays, or when classes are cancelled. Therefore, you will
not be expected to work at those times.
SPRING 2016
TUTOR APPLICATION
Academic Success Center  Study Skills Training
Applicant Questions
Directions: Be sure to review the Study Skills Tutoring program information available at
www.kent.edy/asc/studyskills prior to completing the following questions. Answers can be
typed and submitted separately if desired.
1. Describe any experience you have that is relevant to the Study Skills Tutor position (include
any formal or informal tutoring, mentoring, counseling experiences, or public
speaking/presentation skills).
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
_______
2. Describe three challenges that many new college students face. Address how you would
assist new college students with these specific challenges.
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
3. What would give you the most satisfaction in this position?
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
SPRING 2016
TUTOR APPLICATION
Academic Success Center  Study Skills Training
4. What would be the greatest challenge for you in this position?
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
5. How would you respond if your student asks a question to which you did not know the
answer?
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
6. How would this position help you grow personally and/or professionally?
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
7. Please provide any additional comments to demonstrate your ability to perform the duties
of the Study Skills Tutor position?
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
SPRING 2016
TUTOR APPLICATION
Academic Success Center  Study Skills Training
Reference Form
*TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT*
Name: _____________________________
KSU ID: __________________
To the applicant:
Under the Federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 and subsequent legislation,
students have the right to inspect letters of reference. It is your option to preserve or to waive your right
of access to such letters. We believe, however, that references completed in confidence are especially
valuable in assessing qualifications. Please mark the appropriate sentence below indicating your waiver
choice and sign your name.
☐ I waive my right to review the completed reference form.
☐ I do not waive my right to review the completed reference form.
Applicant Signature: ______________________________________
Date: __________________
*TO BE COMPLETED BY EVALUATOR*
The student above has applied to be a Study Skills Tutor in the Academic Success Center. Your
evaluation of the applicant will be an important consideration in the hiring process. Please complete and
return this evaluation to the applicant in a sealed envelope (signed across the back) or to the email at the
bottom of this form as soon as possible.
____________________________________________________________________________________
Evaluator’s Name
Phone Number
____________________________________________________________________________________
School/Department
Email Address
____________________________________________________________________________________
How long have you known this applicant?
In what capacity?
PLEASE EVALUATE THE APPLICANT WITH REGARD TO THE FOLLOWING QUALITIES:
Intellectual Ability
Leadership Ability
Writing Skills
Oral Skills
Creativity
Energy & Enthusiasm
Persistence & Drive
Collaborative Ability
Rare
Top 5%
Excellent
Top 10%
Good
Top 25%
Above Avg.
Top 50%
Below Avg.
Lower 50%
Unable to
Judge
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
Evaluator Signature: _______________________________________ Date: ____________________
SPRING 2016
TUTOR APPLICATION
Academic Success Center  Study Skills Training
Evaluator Questions
1. Please describe your working relationship with the applicant.
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
2. What skills and qualities does the applicant have that would qualify him/her to assist others
in developing their study skills and learning strategies?
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
3. What work has the applicant completed that best demonstrates his/her academic ability?
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
4. Additional comments:
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
SPRING 2016