ECON Tutor for Undergraduate Education, AY 2026-2027

University of California - Merced; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

The Office of Undergraduate Education at UC Merced seeks tutors to serve as learning assistants for Economics in an open tutoring center format. Tutors help students build proficiency by guiding them to find their own answers and teaching problem-solving strategies.

Tutors foster an inclusive environment, greet students, review policies, attend trainings, mentor new tutors, and ensure compliance with Center procedures. GPA 3.0 and submission of required documents are sought.

Qualifications

• Overall GPA must be 3.0 or higher.
• Grades of B or higher in tutored courses.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work with students of diverse backgrounds and learning needs.
• Patience and interest in helping students succeed.
• Strong grasp of economics concepts.

Responsibilities

• The Office of Undergraduate Education tutors will serve as learning assistants for Econ in an open tutoring center format.
• Tutors help students find their own answers and learn problem-solving methods to solve problems independently.
• Support is structured to reinforce course material and build student capacity for future courses.
• Create an inclusive learning environment, greet students, and explain center functions to new students.
• Review the Employee Handbook, attend pedagogical trainings, mentor new tutors and ensure compliance with center procedures.

Skills

GPA 3.0

Communication skills

Patience

Diverse student support

Education

Econ 100 tutoring courses

Job description

Position overview

Position title:Non-SenateSalary range:See Table 20 for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $22.14 per hour.Percent time:25%Anticipated start:8/26/2026Position duration:Academic Year

Application Window

Open date: July 13, 2026

Next review date: Friday, Sep 18, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Final date: Monday, Sep 21, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

The Office of Undergraduate Education tutors will serve as learning assistants for Econ in an open tutoring center format. Tutors increase course proficiency by assisting students in finding their own answers to questions and helping them learning methods to solve problems independently. Support is structured to reinforce course material, with a focus on grasping the content of courses and building student capacity to be successful in future courses.

Tutors are responsible for creating an inclusive learning environment, greeting students and explaining the functions of the learning centers to new students. Staff are responsible for reviewing and understanding the Employee Handbook, attending pedagogical training events, mentoring new tutors and ensuring compliance with Center procedures.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications

Overall GPA of 3.0
Grades of B or higher earned in tutored, or equivalent
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to work effectively with students of diverse backgrounds, age groups and learning needs
Possess patience and interest in assisting students
Strong grasp of course concepts

Completed courses required by subject

• Econ Tutoring: Econ 100

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

• Cover Letter - Please include the courses you are available to tutor.

• Unofficial Transcripts

• Work Availability

• Authorization to Release Information Form - As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

  \"Misconduct\" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.

  Required Authorization of Information Release may be found at the linked page. Please complete, sign, and upload the required Authorization of Information Release to your application.

Reference requirements

• 1 required (contact information only)

About UC Merced

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

\"Misconduct\" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.

Please complete, sign, and upload the required Authorization of Information Release to your application: Required Authorization of Information Release Form.

Candidates must possess valid authorization to work in the United States. UC Merced is not currently able to sponsor individuals residing outside the United States who would require a new H-1B visa for employment. Applicants who do not hold valid U.S. work authorization are presently ineligible for this position.

Additional links: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy, the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy, and APM 035: Affi...

The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses. Ranked as one of the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report and recently designated as an R1 institution by Carnegie, UC Merced is committed to innovation and excellence in research. With over 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students (Center of Institutional Effectiveness), UC Merced provides outstanding, inclusive educational opportunities to highly qualified students from the heart of California, the nation, and abroad. The campus has special connections to nearby Yosemite National Park; is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design; and supports the economic development of Central California.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. This includes the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs.

Job location

Merced, Ca