Economics Question Center Lead Tutor (Part-Time)

Haverford College; Haverford (Montgomery County); Hybrid; USD 10,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

Haverford College invites applications for our part-time, fixed term, non-exempt Head Tutor position in the Economics Question Center (EQC). The role is 6 hours per week and eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The Head Tutor trains and supervises student tutors, coordinates with Economics faculty, and helps ensure that the Center provides a welcoming, academically supportive learning environment.

EQC operates Tue–Thu evenings 7:30–9:30 p.m. in Lutnick Library during the academic year.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in economics or related field, or doctoral candidate.
• Experience teaching and tutoring at undergraduate level.
• Ability to train and supervise peer tutors.
• Strong communication with faculty.

Responsibilities

• Train tutors on effective peer tutoring practices, emphasizing helping students develop their own understanding and problem-solving skills rather than simply providing answers
• Provide supervision, guidance, and mentorship to tutors
• Address interpersonal issues, disputes, or other situations that arise among tutors or students using the Center, referring significant concerns to the Economics Department Chair as appropriate
• Promote a collegial, inclusive, and intellectually engaged environment in which students feel comfortable seeking assistance
• Develop and maintain the weekly tutor schedule, including arranging coverage for absences and schedule changes
• Identify opportunities to improve the organization and effectiveness of the Question Center
• Collect and organize instructional resources for tutors, including practice problems, model solutions, and other materials provided by Economics faculty

Skills

Teaching experience

Tutor supervision

Faculty communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's in economics or related field

Job description

Haverford College invites applications for our part-time, fixed term, non-exempt Head Tutor position in the Economics Question Center (EQC). The role is 6 hours per week and eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The Head Tutor trains and supervises student tutors, coordinates with Economics faculty, and helps ensure that the Center provides a welcoming, academically supportive learning environment.

EQC operates Tue–Thu evenings 7:30–9:30 p.m. in Lutnick Library during the academic year.