Math/Science Student Peer Tutor - Institutional Student Worker

The University of North Georgia; Dahlonega (GA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Georgia is seeking a Math/Science Student Peer Tutor for the Oconee campus. The tutor will assist students in university-level math and science courses and complete necessary training and documentation requirements.

This part-time, temporary position requires enrollment at UNG and a minimum GPA of 3.0. Ideal candidates should possess strong subject matter competency, be personable, and able to present information effectively.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at the University of North Georgia.
• Recommendation from a Professor required.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 is needed.

Responsibilities

• Tutor students in math/science courses.
• Integrate study and learning strategies.
• Complete required documentation as instructed.

Skills

Competency of subject matter

Friendly and personable

Ability to present information

Education

Must be enrolled in a minimum of six credit hours

Recommendation from a Professor

Maintain a minimum overall GPA of 3.0

Job description

Job Title

Math/Science Student Peer Tutor - Institutional Student Worker

Location

UNG - Oconee

Employment

Temporary, Part-Time

Job ID

300634

About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi‑campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800‑member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for Peer Math/Science Tutors for the Oconee campus. The Peer Math/Science Tutor is responsible for tutoring students in university‑level undergraduate academic math and science courses and assisting students, faculty, and staff with all services provided by UNG tutoring centers.

Responsibilities

• Tutor students in math/science courses.
• Integrate study and learning strategies to promote independent learning.
• Complete the required 10‑hour tutor training in addition to at least 25 hours of actual tutoring time, in accordance with College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA) certification requirements.
• Complete required documentation, including client report forms as instructed by your supervisor.
• Be knowledgeable of and make appropriate referrals to other campus resources; inform the supervisor of such referrals.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Tutoring Services Director, Assistant Directors, or Coordinator.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Competency of subject matter with the ability to break down and explain component parts in a concise but clear manner.
• Must be friendly and personable; empathetic towards fellow students.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from students, faculty, staff, and the general public.

Required Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at the University of North Georgia in a minimum of six (6) credit hours to qualify as a student worker.
• Must have a recommendation from a Professor in course taken at the University of North Georgia, an email will suffice.
• Must have an A or B in prospective courses tutor wishes to cover.
• Must have and maintain a minimum overall GPA of 3.0.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will not be required to drive.
• This role is not considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P‑Card).
• This position will not travel.
• This position does not require security clearance.