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Employment Requirements for Tutors and SI Leaders

Qualifications for Tutors:

  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2.
  • Must have earned minimum of B+ in any supported course
  • Must be committed to tutoring lower division courses
  • Enrolled at Wayne State University for at least two semesters (fall and winter; spring/summer count as one semester)
  • 2 letters of recommendation from current faculty members (not TAs) at Wayne State University
  • Strong background in the subject area you will tutor
  • Good oral and written communication skills
  • Participate in a screening interview
  • Complete a tutor training program

Qualifications for Supplemental Instructors:

  • Junior or Senior standing is preferred; occasionally sophomores or graduate students can serve as SI leaders. An overall GPA of 3.2 (on a 4.00 scale) is required.
  • Attend WSU for one year or more
  • Content competency determined by earning a grade of B+ or above is the targeted course and/or major in the discipline. Preference is given to students who have taken the course at Wayne State University (Content competency will be verified by the department or cooperating faculty member).
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Insight on necessary study skills and the habits of successful students

Tutor Application

SI Leader Application