Math Tutor

Missouri Western State University; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

Missouri Western State University is seeking a Math Tutor to support students through one-on-one or small group tutoring in person at the Center for Academic Support or online via Zoom.

New tutors complete rigorous training the first semester to cover clerical responsibilities, discipline knowledge, course content, and tutoring techniques. CAS front desk duties and a Circle In Pilot embedding begin fall 2026.

Qualifications

• Must be a MoWest student and degree seeking.
• Enrolled at least part-time and maintain a 3.0+ GPA.
• Must have earned an A or B in college math courses and secure two faculty recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Provide tutoring one-on-one or in small groups in CAS or via Zoom.
• Complete training in clerical duties, discipline content, and tutoring techniques.
• Operate the CAS front desk (greet, log clients, light clerical tasks).
• Study materials and complete exercises to build subject knowledge.
• Embedded in general studies math courses as part of Circle In Pilot in Fall 2026.

Skills

MoWest Student

Recommendation by MWSU faculty

Degree Seeking

Enrolled at least part-time

GPA 3.0

Education

Bachelors/college math coursework

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This position can hire a student who does or does not qualify for Federal Work Study eligibility. For more information on Federal Work Study eligibility, contact Student Financial Services. (Eder Hall 103; 816-271-4361; website )

Review of candidates and interviews will begin immediately until filled. Tutors are hired based on student demand throughout the academic year.

Position Information

Position Title

Department

Department Center for Academic Support

Appointment Term

Academic Year (August - May)

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Job Summary

The Math Tutor will provide academic assistance to students through one-on-one tutoring or small group tutoring in person at the Center for Academic Support or online via Zoom.

• Provide academic assistance to students through one-on-one tutoring or small group tutoring in person at the CAS or online via Zoom
• Complete rigorous training the first semester to cover clerical responsibilities, discipline knowledge, course content, and tutoring techniques
• Operate the CAS front desk, which includes greeting clients, answering phones, logging clients in and out, and other light clerical tasks
• Build on their knowledge foundation by studying materials and completing exercises that further their understanding of the disciplines tutored
• New fall 2026 math tutors will be embedded in general studies math courses as part of a Circle In Pilot program

Required Qualifications

• MoWest Student
• Degree Seeking
• Enrolled at least part-time
• Must have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Received an A or B in college credit Math courses.
• Recommendation by the two (2) MWSU faculty members

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants with MAT 110, 111, 116, and upper level course expertise or with two college credit math courses

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Physical Demands

Physical Demands Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.

Additional Demands

• Must have access to a stable internet connection and a device with working camera, microphone, and speakers

Location where duties are to be performed

( CAS ) Center for Academic Support, Hearnes 213

Federal Work Study Not Required

Hours of Work

• Up to 15 hours per week
• Hours will vary based on the demand for math tutoring throughout the semester
• Desired start date: 08/19/2026 (Fall Semester)

Posting Number

ST288P

Number of Vacancies

6

Open Date

07/20/2026

Priority Deadline

12/18/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions Summary

This position can hire a student who does or does not qualify for Federal Work Study eligibility. For more information on Federal Work Study eligibility, contact Student Financial Services. (Eder Hall 103; 816-271-4361; website ) Review of candidates and interviews will begin immediately until filled. Tutors are hired based on student demand throughout the academic year.