Athletics Academic Excellence Mentor

Weber State University; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Weber State University is seeking Tutors & Mentors to work individually with assigned student-athletes across majors. The role emphasizes mentoring and tutoring in a fast-paced setting, helping with test-taking, note-taking, calendaring, and time management.

You set your hours and align with athletic schedules. Open to individuals who can guide students in Math, English, Anatomy, Chemistry, Accounting, Engineering, CS, Physics, and Nutrition.

Qualifications

• H.S. diploma or GED.
• Word processing, basic computer and typing skills. Email.
• Preferred: intermediate to high levels of computer skills: spreadsheets, databases, internet.

Responsibilities

• Tutor/mentor student-athletes in assigned subjects across majors.
• Work individually with student-athletes in a fast-paced environment.
• Set your hours and schedule; participate in the Athletics Academic Center operations.

Skills

Word processing

Basic computer skills

Typing skills

Email

Spreadsheets

Databases

Internet

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Spreadsheets

Databases

Internet

Job description

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Athletics Academic Excellence Mentor

Requisition Number

Requisition Number H01326P

Position Category

Position Category Hourly/Work Study

Campus Location

Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT

Months per year

Pay Grade

Hourly Pay Rate

Hourly Pay Rate $16.00

FLSA

The Athletics Academic Stadium House for Student-Athlete Success is seeking Tutors & Mentors to work individually with assigned student-athletes across various majors/subjects. The position is suited for individuals who are comfortable with mentoring/tutoring student-athletes in a fast paced environment that may need instruction on test taking tips, note taking skills, calendaring, time management, and other academically-related skills necessary for student-success. In addition we are seeking tutors with expertise in the following areas: Math, English Anatomy, Chemistry, Accounting, Professional Sales, Engineering, Computer Science, Physics and Nutrition. The Tutor/Mentor must demonstrate the ability to work well with student-athletes from different backgrounds in all sports, varying life skills and abilities, differing languages and learning styles. You have the ability to set your hours. The Athletics Academic Center is open on Monday – Thursday (7:30 AM – 9:00 PM); Friday (7:30 AM – 5:00 PM) & Sunday (5:00-9:00 PM).

**This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. After a period of time, the pool will expire and applicants will be notified.

Required Qualifications

H.S. diploma or GED .

Word processing, basic computer and typing skills. Email.

Preferred Qualifications

Intermediate to high levels of computer skills: spreadsheets, databases, internet. Personable. Flexible.

Mentors should be available mid-day and/or evenings to work around student schedules.

Federal Work study Preferred

Due to the Affordable Care Act ( ACA ), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.

Criminal Background check is required as a condition of employment.

Physical Activity of this position Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles etc., using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Agility is emphasized. Important if the amount and kind of climbing required exceeds that required for ordinary locomotion., Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction., Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. , Moving about to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another., Operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, or position. , Grasping. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm. , Feeling. Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips. , Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance., Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

Physical Requirements of this position Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or consistently to move objects, including the human body. Sitting most of the time. Walking and standing only occasionally if ever., Light work. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls requiring exertion of forces greater than sedentary wo

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading., Required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned (i.e., custodial, food services,) or to make general observations of facilities or structures (i.e., security guard, inspection).

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).