Language Center - Chinese Language Mentor - Work Study

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The Language Mentor in Chinese works half their hours as a Language Mentor and the remainder at the front desk as a receptionist
Department: Language Center
Location: Old Chapel 3rd floor
Supervisor: Audrey Sartiaux
Work Available: As scheduled
Pay rate: $9.70/hr
Number of available positions: 1
Essential Responsibilities and Duties:
Language Mentors responsibilities:

• Provide language learning support in all 4 skills: Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking to students during office hours (one-on-one meetings)
  
• Review materials, practice speaking, reinforce grammar rules, guide students to self correct written assignments etc.
  
• Record students attendance in provided Google form.
  

Front desk responsibilities:

• Sign users in using Google form
  
• Answer questions and provide assistance to students and faculty
  
• Set up the Lab for incoming classes and lab sessions
  
• Photocopy/Scan documents
  
• Research the web for information
  
• Create simple documents
  
• Prepare simple tutorials on how to do things in the center
  
• Type or read information in a foreign language if applicable
  
• Hand out and keep track of material
  

*We provide training on all special tasks mentioned above*
Qualifications:

• This position requires native or advanced proficiency (and good grammar and written skills) in simplified and possibly traditional Chinese.
  
• Knowledge of Google Docs and Google Calendar preferred
  
• Willingness to learn how to perform the aforementioned tasks
  
• Ability to maintain confidential information
  

Location: Schenectady, NY
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