Part Time Academic Tutor
Requisition ID: 2025-9346
of Openings: 4
Location: US-UT-Blanding
Category: Student Programs and Services
Position Type: Non-benefited (hourly) Part-Time
Job Classification: Non-Benefited
College: Statewide and Online Education
Department: SW Campuses RES-Blanding
Advertised Salary: $15.00 an hour
Overview
Join us at USU Blanding as a peer tutor! We're seeking candidates to assist students in various academic subjects, including: English, Math, Statistics, Biology, Chemistry, Nursing, Social Work, Welding, Computer-Aided Design (CAD), and Test Preparation. These part-time positions offer flexible hours tailored to accommodate your class schedule.
While you're welcome to propose your own hours, we prioritize coverage during two primary shifts: 12PM-4PM and 4PM-8PM. Keep this in mind when considering your availability. This position is eligible for hybrid work within approximately 100 miles of the USU Blanding Campus.
Never been a tutor before? We'll train you! This position is meant to provide new student tutors with paraprofessional training, so we'll teach you everything you need to know! Tutoring is a great resume builder, and the skills you develop will continue to be valuable, whatever your field!
Job offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check
Need help applying? Contact the tutor coordinator at saul.karamesines@usu.edu.
Responsibilities
- Participate in training sessions to acquire and apply effective tutoring strategies.
- Guide students in enhancing their academic performance through both group and individual sessions, addressing learning challenges, and refining study skills.
- Cultivate a growth mindset, fostering student learning and refining teaching techniques.
- Foster problem-solving skills, nurturing students' curiosity and critical thinking abilities.
- Exemplify positive behavior and attitude as a mentor for students.
- Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of student interactions and progress.
- Regularly meet with supervisors or advisors for feedback and guidance.
- Adhere strictly to all USU policies, protocols, and procedures.
- Engage in training for online video-conferencing platforms such as Zoom and Google Docs, mastering their use for remote tutoring.
- Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in accommodating students' needs regarding the tutoring environment.
- Complete federal FERPA, Discrimination Prevention, and ADA training as required.
- Ensure confidentiality of all student records.
- Fulfill any other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must have a 3.5-4.0 GPA in any class the candidate applies to peer tutor for, or provide a record of comparable professional expertise in targeted tutoring subjects. References may be required.
- Must maintain a 3.0 overall academic GPA during work as a peer tutor.
- Must be available to tutor after school hours and some evenings.
- Must have access to reliable transportation to and from the tutoring site.
- Must have access to a computing device and internet when needed.
- Must commit to providing tutoring services for the... For full info follow application link.
USU recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the university's academic mission of learning, discovery, and engagement. USU is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any of its programs and activities based on race, color, religion, sex , national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity/expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or local, state, or federal law (https://equity.usu.edu/non-discriminati n).