Math Tutor I

The University of North Georgia; Dahlonega (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Georgia in Gainesville is seeking a Math Tutor I to provide tutoring across all levels of mathematics and to assist students, faculty, and staff with Tutoring Services.

The role emphasizes tutoring effectiveness, use of calculators and math software, and collaboration with faculty to enhance student learning while supporting ongoing learning strategies and referrals to university services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Keep computing skills current with commonly used software on the network.
• Participate in appropriate professional development activities.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including some late evenings.

Responsibilities

• Tutor all levels of math offered by the University, in-person and online.
• Assist with Tutoring Center operations; document attendance and provide information.
• Demonstrate tools and resources relevant to math work.
• Mentor peer tutors and address concerns to foster collaboration.
• Coach students on learning strategies and provide referrals to other services.
• Review pedagogical materials with faculty or staff upon request.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Tutoring

Mathematics

Communication

Computing skills

Peer mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree required

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Graphing calculators

Job description

Job Title: Math Tutor I

Location: UNG - Gainesville

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 303493

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 accepting applications for a Math Tutor I position. The Math Tutor I provides students with tutoring in all levels of mathematics offered at the University. The tutor also assists students, faculty, and staff with all services provided by Tutoring Services.

Responsibilities

• Tutor all levels of math offered by the University in-person and online, emphasizing both academic content and student inquiries or learning styles.
• Assist with the general operations of the Tutoring Center; ensure student attendance is documented and provide general information.
• Demonstrate the use of tools and resources (manuals, guides, calculators, software) relevant to work with math assignments.
• Monitor peer tutors within work area, including periodic observation, mentoring, and addressing concerns related to fostering a collaborative learning environment.
• Coach students throughout their academic careers in learning strategies and student-specific concerns. Provide referrals as necessary to other University services.
• Work with faculty or staff at request to review pedagogical materials (tests, assignments) for student use.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from students, faculty, staff, and the general public.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, visual or other modalities.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret texts and materials relevant to field.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and administration.
• Demonstrate the ability to use or learn to use graphing and scientific calculators.
• Ability to keep computing skills current, particularly the most commonly used software on the network.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• Keep computing skills current, particularly the most commonly used software on the network
• Participate in appropriate professional development activities
• Must be willing to work flexible hours, including some late evenings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred; Degree in math, math education, statistics or physics preferred.

Proposed Salary

• The proposed salary is: $38,147-$41,962.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Contact Information for Three Professional References

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Aff… 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.

Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.

Background Check

• Standard Enhanced + Education