Embedded Tutor

Universities of Wisconsin; Superior (WI); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Embedded Tutor position at the University of Wisconsin is an on-site hourly student role starting Spring 2027. Tutors support learning by attending classes, providing one-on-one help, and leading study sessions across Accounting, Biology, and Math.

The role focuses on reinforcing concepts, guiding problem solving, and helping students become independent learners. Responsibilities include attending class sessions, building rapport with students, collaborating with instructors, and offering extra

Responsibilities

• Attend all assigned class sessions (or as arranged with the instructor) to stay aligned with course content, expectations, and class culture.
• Build rapport with students by being approachable, professional, and encouraging participation in tutoring opportunities.
• Collaborate with the course instructor to identify topics, assignments, or concepts that may need additional support.
• Offer tutoring sessions outside of class, focusing on reinforcing key concepts, clarifying instructions, and supporting skill development.
• Assist during class activities by answering student questions, facilitating small-group work, or guiding practice problems.
• Model effective study strategies such as note-taking, time management, test preparation, and problem-solving.

Job description

Position Title:

Embedded Tutor

Job Category:

Student Hourly

Job Profile:

Student Help

**Official Start date for this position would be Spring 2027!

Hiring for tutors for these subjects (major in these areas not required):

Accounting

Biology

Math

Job Summary:

Embedded tutors play a key role in supporting student learning both inside and outside the classroom. Responsibilities include attending classes to reinforce key concepts, providing one-on-one tutoring tailored to individual needs, and hosting study sessions that encourage collaboration and effective study strategies. By clarifying course material, explaining processes, and guiding problem-solving, embedded tutors help students develop the skills needed to become independent learners and persist toward their academic goals. This role bridges classroom instruction and tutoring, creating a supportive and engaging learning environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Attend all assigned class sessions (or as arranged with the instructor) to stay aligned with course content, expectations, and class culture.
• Build rapport with students by being approachable, professional, and encouraging participation in tutoring opportunities.
• Collaborate with the course instructor to identify topics, assignments, or concepts that may need additional support.
• Offer tutoring sessions outside of class, focusing on reinforcing key concepts, clarifying instructions, and supporting skill development.
• Assist during class activities by answering student questions, facilitating small-group work, or guiding practice problems.
• Model effective study strategies such as note-taking, time management, test preparation, and problem-solving.

Hourly rate is $13/hour. Expected 7 hours/week.

Notice to New Employees:

Employment will require a criminal background check. A pending criminal charge or conviction will not necessarily disqualify an applicant. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the University does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.

The University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identities of ‘final candidates’ must be revealed upon request. According to the Attorney General, ‘final candidates’ under Wisconsin law means the five candidates who are considered most qualified for the position. See Wis. Stat. Sec. 19.36(7)(a).

Employment will require a criminal background check, and if you have prior work history within the last seven years with Universities of Wisconsin or State of Wisconsin agencies, a personnel file review check for employee misconduct. It will also require your references to answer questions regarding employee misconduct, sexual violence and sexual harassment.

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