ASC Tutor (FWS) 2026-2027

University of La Verne; La Verne (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick Leave

Retirement Plan

Medical Coverage for eligible employees

Workers Compensation Insurance

Job summary

The University of La Verne in California seeks ASC Tutors to guide students in their studies and enhance understanding of materials. Successful candidates will support both individual and group learning through tailored tutoring sessions, facilitate academic events, and help students navigate educational resources in a diverse environment.

Ideal applicants show strong communication and listening capabilities, hold a minimum GPA of 3.25, and are committed to fostering an inclusive learning atmosphere. Experience with self-regulated learning strategies is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Able to communicate effectively to help students construct their own understanding of materials.
• Sensitively listen to students' needs and work cooperatively to set productive learning goals.
• Dependable and personally accountable, with a strong desire to grow in a professional environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct face-to-face and online tutoring sessions in assigned subject areas.
• Attend mandatory trainings and meetings, and participate in ASC activities.
• Review and create academic resources for students, and refer them based on individual needs.

Skills

Effective communication

Listening skills

Self-motivation

Adaptability to diverse backgrounds

Education

Minimum overall undergraduate GPA of 3.25

Job description

Work Schedule

Work schedule varies; a minimum of 5 hours per week

University Overview

Embark on an exciting journey with the University of La Verne, where your career aspirations come to life in a vibrant and welcoming environment. Established in 1891, our diverse and inclusive community is more than just a university—it’s a home for passionate individuals like you.

At the University of La Verne, we embody four core values that set us apart—Ethical Reasoning, Diversity and Inclusivity, Lifelong Learning, and Civic and Community Engagement. If you’re fueled by these principles and are eager to make a meaningful impact, your journey begins here.

With a rich history spanning 132 years, the University of La Verne boasts a global Leo Family of 89,000+ accomplished alumni. As the #1 private university in California for social mobility according to U.S. News and World Report 2024, and recently recognized as the 33rd Best U.S. College by the Wall Street Journal 2024, we take pride in our commitment to excellence in education.

Join us in shaping the future, where your passion meets purpose. Come be part of something extraordinary and apply today!

Diversity Statement

The University supports a diverse and inclusive environment where students recognize and benefit from the life experiences and viewpoints of other students, faculty, and staff. Diversity is an active and intentional practice that supports difference and multiplicity to expand knowledge, educate capable citizens, develop the whole person, and serve our local and global communities. Promoting and sustaining diversity is a commitment to educational quality and the creation of positive, respectful learning communities.

Job Description Summary

During individual and group settings, ASC Tutors work with students on learning and retaining content and material in their assigned subject areas. ASC Tutors utilize learning strategies during their sessions to help students understand their course material, offering supplemental support and encouraging student autonomy as necessary. ASC Tutors also facilitate class visits to increase student utilization of ASC services, facilitate events relevant to their subject areas, develop academic resources, and contribute to ASC strategic efforts to enhance student learning and access to educational support. ASC Tutors may also support students and faculty in the classroom, offering individualized attention to students, assisting with classroom activities, and offering supplemental group tutoring sessions outside the classroom to aid in student learning and content retention.

Specific Duties

• Conduct face-to-face, online, asynchronous, and/or drop‑in tutoring sessions in assigned subject area(s) with students both individually and in groups, helping students develop their own best practices for becoming self‑sufficient learners. Gather and report accurate data for each student, service effort, and/or tutoring session.
• Attend and actively participate in all mandatory trainings and meetings, including orientation; onboarding; weekly meetings; online workshops; and/or other relevant trainings required for specific subjects or focus areas (e.g. group facilitation methods for those offering group sessions, research strategies for those offering research support, etc.)
• Complete supplemental ASC activities, including ASC class visits, tutor reflections, observations, co‑tutoring sessions, special projects, etc. as assigned by ASC professional staff.
• Review and create academic resources available through the ASC, referring students to resource materials and/or staff members based on their individual needs and ability levels.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director and/or ASC professional staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• A strong academic background (minimum overall undergraduate GPA of 3.25)
• Ability to communicate effectively to help students construct their own understandings of course/subject materials
• Ability to listen to the needs of students and work cooperatively in setting realistic and productive learning goals
• Sensitivity to the diverse socioeconomic, cultural, and academic backgrounds of ASC students
• Dependability and personal accountability
• Self‑motivation, self‑regulation, and a desire to mature and learn in a professional teaching/learning environment

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to apply growth learning, self‑regulated learning, scaffolding, metacognition, and similar learning strategies in tutoring practice.

Benefits Summary

• One hour of Paid Sick Leave for every 30 hours worked, with a maximum accrual of 24 hours of Paid Sick Leave per year and capped at 48 hours.
• University of La Verne Defined Contribution Retirement Plan – can contribute employee voluntary contributions, excluding wages derived from federal work study funds.
• In accordance with the Affordable Care Act (ACA), employees who work an average of 30 or more hours per week, will be eligible for medical coverage through the University of La Verne.
• Covered under the University of La Verne Workers Compensation Insurance.

Physical Demands Summary

The physical demands include the ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 20 pounds occasionally.