FSC Peer Tutor

University of Montevallo; Montevallo, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 11,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Montevallo in Montevallo, Alabama is seeking peer tutors to provide individual and group tutoring across the 2025-2026 academic year. Tutors will work in-person and online, helping students improve study habits and academic skills.

Applicants must have completed at least one college semester, earned an A in the course(s) tutored, and maintain a 3.0 GPA. A high school diploma or GED is required, and the position is part-time and temporary.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• At least one college semester completed, preferably at UM.
• Must have earned an A in the course(s) you tutor.
• Overall GPA of 3.0 or higher is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide students with individual and group tutoring services.
• Tutor students face-to-face and online as needed.
• Coach students to become independent learners and improve study habits.
• Create an encouraging learning environment; meet essential duties with or without accommodations.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Study habits

Teaching ability

Punctuality

Education

High school diploma or GED

At least one college semester completed

Earned an A in tutor course(s) to be tutored

Minimum GPA 3.0

Job description

Position Information

Posting Number

Job Title

Department

Department Falcon Success Center Tutoring Program

Rate of Pay

Rate of Pay $9 hourly

FLSA

FLSA Non-Exempt

Estimated Number of Hours Per Week

Employment Status

Employment Status Part Time Temporary

Student Appointment Type

Student Appointment Type Jobship and Work-Study

General Description

Provide students with individual and group tutoring services. Peer tutors may be hired from this posting throughout the 2025-2026 academic year.

Provide students with individual and group tutoring services.
Tutor students in both face-to-face and online contexts as needed.
Coach students to become independent and confident learners by helping them improve study habits and skills.
Provide an encouraging environment for students to learn.
Peer tutors must be able to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodations.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Must have completed a minimum of one semester of college coursework, preferably at UM.
Must have previously completed the course(s) you wish to tutor and earned a final grade of “A” in the course(s). Must have and maintain a minimum overall GPA of 3.0.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

Must have strong interpersonal communication skills to assess needs of clients and make plans of action to address their academic needs.
Possess good study habits.
Acumen to teach and desire to help others.
Must be reliable and punctual.

Preferred Major

Licenses, Certification or Registrations

None

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

Open Date

Open Date 05/10/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Additional Statement

The University of Montevallo does not discriminate against job applicants based on their national origin or citizenship or immigration status. Because of the costs associated with visa sponsorship/transfer, the University typically will not sponsor applicants for a work visa or transfer of an existing visa. No commitment for visa assistance and/or sponsorship can be made until a thorough search is conducted, including a proper and methodical review of all applicants.

EEO Statement

UM is an Equal Opportunity Institution.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Have you been awarded Federal Work-Study by the Financial Aid Office?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you currently a student (having been admitted or enrolled in classes) at the University of Montevallo?
  • Yes
  • No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Letter of Application

Optional Documents

University of Montevallo Human Resources and Risk Management

Station 6055 Will Lyman House Montevallo, AL 35115