Impactful Peer Tutor - Student Support & Success

Lawson State Community College; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 13,776 - 26,174; Part time

Job summary

Lawson State Community College is seeking a Student Support Services Peer Tutor (SSSPT) to provide tutoring support in lab, one‑on‑one, or open classroom settings. The role supports program participants and tracks progress toward graduation, under the Local Salary Schedule of $10 per hour for up to 19 hours per week.

The position is part-time, emphasizes inclusive learning, confidentiality, and professional ethics, and requires maintaining enrollment, strong interpersonal skills, and computer

Qualifications

• Must have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
• Must be enrolled and maintain at least 6 units throughout the entire semester of hire.
• Previous tutoring experience preferred.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills required.
• Computer proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Provides academic assistance to the assigned student, either in a group or individual setting.
• Assists students in achieving a better understanding of a specific subject area and in improving academic capabilities in designated areas.
• Attends periodic training or orientation sessions as required by the director.
• Documents student progress.
• Assists students with the development of study skills necessary for academic success.
• Helps foster positive attitudes toward learning and studying.
• Motivates and supports students’ achievement and success.
• Establishes and maintains rapport with the assigned student(s).
• Serves as a role model for students receiving services.
• Fosters an inclusive learning environment.
• Have a high level of patience and a sincere desire to share academic successes and abilities with their peers
• Ensure successful performance, retention, and graduation of SSS participants.
• Recruit participants with the potential and motivation for college entry and success.
• Monitor academic progress and contact faculty and staff throughout the semester as necessary.
• Uphold professional ethical standards that do not breach confidentiality and student relationships.
• Maintain an appropriate work schedule to accommodate participants.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting office environment in which participants feel comfortable.
• Provides data to the Director when requested and in accordance with program requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

GPA 2.5+ or better

Maintains 6 units

Excellent interpersonal skills

Tutoring experience preferred

Computer proficiency

Job description

Lawson State Community College is seeking a Student Support Services Peer Tutor (SSSPT) to provide tutoring support in lab, one‑on‑one, or open classroom settings. The role supports program participants and tracks progress toward graduation, under the Local Salary Schedule of $10 per hour for up to 19 hours per week.

The position is part-time, emphasizes inclusive learning, confidentiality, and professional ethics, and requires maintaining enrollment, strong interpersonal skills, and computer