Part-Time: Peer/Student Tutor Academic Support Center

Southwest Tennessee Community College - Memphis, TN

Part-time - Entry Level

Remote - Memphis, TN

Educational Services

About the position

The Part-Time Peer/Student Tutor position at Southwest Tennessee Community College is a temporary role within the Academic Support Center. The primary purpose of this position is to provide academic support and tutoring to students in various subject areas, helping them succeed in their coursework. Tutors will serve as role models and are expected to maintain a positive and encouraging learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Tutor students in areas of need.
• Attend mandatory training sessions as required by CRLA.
• Maintain tutoring records in TutorTrac software.
• Be punctual and maintain work schedule.
• Provide one-on-one tutoring, group tutoring, or online tutoring.
• Answer questions relating to course content and offer study strategies to empower student success.

Requirements

• Minimum GPA of 3.25 or above.
• Completed 15 credit hours.
• Received A's in tutoring subject areas.
• One letter of recommendation from an instructor in intended tutoring subject area.
• Knowledge and ability to tutor students effectively in at least one of the specified subject areas.

Nice-to-haves

• Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal form.
• Ability to work with an ever-growing student population.
• Ability to work well with peers, staff, and faculty.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling
• Professional development opportunities
• Access to college resources and facilities