Biology & Chemistry Tutor — Peer Academic Support

Utah Valley University; Orem (UT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Utah Valley University seeks student tutors to help peers in Chemistry and Biology through one-on-one and group sessions on campus and in online labs. Tutors participate in approved training and contribute to tutoring initiatives, including class visits and workshops.

Applicants must be UVU students with a minimum 3.0 GPA and the required course grades. The role emphasizes effective communication, study skills, and reliable time management across diverse student needs.

Qualifications

• Must be a current UVU student.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Grade B- or better in CHEM1210 & CHEM1220 and currently/will be enrolled in CHEM2310.
• Grade B- or better in BIOL 1610.

Responsibilities

• Tutor students individually and in groups by appointment and/or drop-in, in assigned courses and content material.
• On top of face-to-face tutoring, tutors may be assigned to the online tutoring lab or in other labs across campus.
• Participate in required tutor training and certification.
• Contribute to Academic Tutoring initiatives like class visits, handouts, workshops, and end of year events.

Skills

Chemistry knowledge

Biology knowledge

Study skills

Communication

Time management

Education

Current UVU student

GPA 3.0+

Chemistry prerequisites

Biology prerequisites

Job description

Utah Valley University seeks student tutors to help peers in Chemistry and Biology through one-on-one and group sessions on campus and in online labs. Tutors participate in approved training and contribute to tutoring initiatives, including class visits and workshops.

Applicants must be UVU students with a minimum 3.0 GPA and the required course grades. The role emphasizes effective communication, study skills, and reliable time management across diverse student needs.