Content Tutor

University of Texas; Utah; On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 24,797,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Content Tutor to support student-athletes in mastering course content across disciplines. You will conduct one-on-one or small-group tutoring sessions on UT Austin's UT Main Campus and document session notes.

Requirements include clear communication, integrity, NCAA policy adherence, and status as a UT Austin student (full-time). The role is non-exempt, approx. 27 hours/week, with available summer/fall 2026 scheduling.

Qualifications

• Clear, effective, organized communication.
• Decision making and problem solving using sound judgment.
• Demonstrates strong working knowledge of the subject matter.
• Adheres to NCAA and UT Austin policies and regulations.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Relevant education/experience may be substituted.

Responsibilities

• Assist student-athletes in mastering course content in one-on-one or small-group tutoring sessions.
• Encourage academic success by discussing notes and texts and guiding critical thinking.
• Answer questions and prompt deeper understanding of concepts.
• Complete brief tutoring session reports and communicate with staff.
• Attend trainings as required by NCAA, UT Austin, and Student Services.
• Maintain academic integrity and comply with all applicable policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Subject matter expertise

Integrity & accountability

Policy compliance (NCAA/UT Austin)

Work authorization (US)

Education

UT Austin student – full-time enrollment

Undergraduate status (2 semesters completed)

Job description

Job Posting Title

Content Tutor

Hiring Department

Intercollegiate Athletics

Position Open To

All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours

27

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date

Immediately

Position Duration

Expected to Continue Until Dec 31, 2026

Location

UT MAIN CAMPUS

Job Details

General Notes: Texas Athletics will define what it means to be the world’s best intercollegiate athletics program, instilling passion, knowledge, and character for all student-athletes to compete to win, to succeed academically, to achieve their dreams in life, and to contribute to society. Our mission is to prepare students to win with integrity-in academics, in athletics and in life.

Purpose: Texas Athletics will define what it means to be the world’s best intercollegiate athletics program, instilling passion, knowledge, and character for all student-athletes to compete to win, to succeed academically, to achieve their dreams in life, and to contribute to society. Our mission is to prepare students to win with integrity-in academics, in athletics and in life.

Responsibilities

• Assist student-athletes in mastering course-specific subject content by providing supplemental academic support in one-on-one or small-session tutoring appointments.
• Encourage student-athlete academic success by discussing lecture notes and course texts while guiding them to think critically about course materials.
• Assist student-athletes in understanding course-specific subject content by answering questions and posing additional questions to encourage a deeper understanding of concepts.
• Complete brief written tutoring session reports and maintain regular communications with full-time staff.
• Attend regular trainings as required by the NCAA, Texas Athletics, The University of Texas at Austin, and Student Services.
• Maintain Academic Integrity in all work with student-athletes, and follow all policies and procedures of The University of Texas at Austin, The NCAA, the Conference, and Student Services.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Consistently exemplify the core values and quality service standards of Texas Athletics.
• Always act ethically.
• Proactively seek guidance when unsure or unclear of a law, rule or policy applicable to you or your department/sport program.
• Actively participate in assigned education and training programs.
• Comply with all laws, policies, rules and regulations set forth by the Board of Regents of The University of Texas System, The University of Texas at Austin, NCAA, Conference, or other governing body, including state and federal laws.
• Annually obtain prior written approval and report all outside activities and outside income.
• Report knowledge of, or reasonable cause to believe, violation(s) of state or federal laws, policies, rules, or regulations of the University, Conference, or NCAA to IA ARMCS or IA HR.
• Fully cooperate with any investigation by providing complete and accurate information when requested to do so by Texas Athletics and/or the NCAA and do not influence others in any way during an investigation.
• In compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Texas Education Code Sec. 51.252, this position may be a Non-Confidential Employee as defined by University policies on Sex Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, Sexual Assault, Interpersonal Violence and Stalking.
• As a Non-Confidential Employee, individuals employed in this position will report incidents of such prohibited conduct to the University’s Title IX Coordinator or Deputy Title IX Coordinator as required by applicable law or University policy.
• An employee who does not report an incident or who makes a false report is subject to termination and may be charged with a criminal offense (Class A or Class B misdemeanor).
• For more information about employee responsibilities under Title IX, including information about confidential employee reporting exceptions, please visit the Title IX website at http://titleix.utexas.edu.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to communicate in a clear, effective and organized manner
• Ability to make decisions and solve problems using sound, inclusive reasoning and judgment
• Demonstrate a strong working knowledge of the subject matter for which they are applying
• Must act equitably with integrity and accountability to self, others and the organization
• Must adhere to all NCAA, University of Texas and University of Texas Athletics policies, rules and regulations
• Current undergraduate and graduate students at The University of Texas at Austin must be enrolled full-time (NCAA Requirement)
• Undergraduate students must have completed two semesters of classes at The University of Texas at Austin before applying
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Tutoring or teaching experience at a University level

Salary Range

$16.00 +/hour depending on qualifications/relevant experience

Working Conditions

• Use of manual dexterity
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Climbing of stairs
• May work around standard office conditions
• Some heavy lifting and moving up to 25 lbs. may be required

Work Shift

Summer or Fall 2026 (Rehire eligible based on performance at the end of each academic semester)

Work will be performed in-person, on campus

Flexible between Monday-Thursday from 8 AM – 9:30 PM, Friday from 8 AM – 5 PM and Sunday from 5 PM-9 PM; Weekly hours vary and can be set around class schedule.

Must be available to attend the orientation session at the beginning of the semester

Must be available to attend monthly training sessions

May work evenings and weekends

Employment Eligibility

Please make sure you meet all the required qualifications and you can perform all of the essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following: E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.

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