Academic Success Center
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