Academic Tutor

Title: Part Time Academic Tutor

Location: Blanding United States

Category (Portal Searching)

Student Programs & Services

Position Type

Non-benefited (hourly) Part-Time

Job Classification

Non-Benefited

Percent of Time or Hours per Week

10-20 hrs/week

College

Statewide & Online Education

Department

SW Campuses RES-Blanding

Advertised Salary

$15.00/hour

Telework Eligible

Hybrid

Job Description:

Overview

Looking for a flexible campus job that lets you build your resume and make a difference for your fellow students? Join us in the USU Blanding Tutoring & Writing Lab! This position is designed for students: We offer flexible hours tailored to accommodate your class schedule, and we teach you employable skills such as…

• Communication skills
• People skills
• Adaptability
• Problem-solving
• Independence
• Professionalism

No matter what direction you hope to take your career, your time in the Tutoring & Writing Lab will boost your confidence, capability, and employability.

Never been a tutor before? We''ll train you! Most of our tutors start with little or no prior tutoring experience. This position is meant to provide students with paraprofessional training, so we''ll teach you everything you need to know about being a tutor. At the end of your training, you will receive official certification from the College Reading and Learning Center Association (CRLA)-a valuable addition to any resume.

Put your As and Bs to work for you helping your fellow students! We're looking for tutors in many subjects, including:

• English & Writing
• Math & Statistics
• Biology, Chemistry, and Science
• Nursing & Health Sciences
• Social Work
• Welding & Technical Programs
• Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
• Test Preparation
• …and more!

This position is hybrid work eligible within the state of Utah, with in-person responsibilities on the Utah State Univeristy Blanding Campus.

Job offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. U.S. work authorization is required for the duration of employment.

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.
• 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 for their use in 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 B or A (3.0-4.0 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 have a solid academic background in math, science, English, or other subjects selected by the Tutor Coordinator.
• Must be available to tutor after school hours and some evenings, schedule to be determined with supervisor.
• Must have access to reliable transportation to and from the tutoring site.
• Must have access to reliable transportation to and from the Utah State University Blanding campus for training and meetings.
• Must have access to a computing device and internet during remote work.
• Must commit to providing tutoring services for the entire semester for which the applicant is hired: from the start of the semester or date of hiring through the last day of finals. Schedule may be adjusted to accommodate evolving course load.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference to applicants who are current enrollees or recent graduates at the USU campuses in Blanding, Montezuma Creek, Monument Valley, or Monticello.
• Bilingual in Navajo or Spanish.
• Experience in audiovisual fields such as video production or graphic design.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must have excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Must display professional behavior and friendliness, patience, and sensitivity to a diversity of students.

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

• Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"
• Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

Document size may not exceed 10 MB.

Advertised Salary

$15.00/hour