Native Student Tutor - Part-Time, Remote Support

Wisconsin History; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking Local Work Study student tutors to support the Title VI program, helping American Indian and Alaska Native students achieve their academic goals across the Madison Metropolitan and Verona Area districts.

Anticipated start August 24, 2026 and end May 7, 2027. Partially remote, 2–10 hours per week, with a pay rate of $16.50 per hour. Up to 15 positions available and a flexible schedule based on tutor and tutee needs.

Qualifications

• Ability to effectively tutor students – matched to preferred grade and subject.
• Ability to provide summary reports to supervisor.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to participate in trainings and tutor meetings.
• Familiarity with working with diverse students and maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide tutorial support to improve student academic performance.
• Establish and maintain relationships with students, program and school personnel, and parents.
• Track student participation and progress and provide written or oral reports to the supervisor.
• Assist students with resources to improve academic performance.
• Attend scheduled trainings and tutor meetings.

Skills

Tutoring ability

Strong communication

Time management

Confidentiality

Diversity awareness

Job description

The University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking Local Work Study student tutors to support the Title VI program, helping American Indian and Alaska Native students achieve their academic goals across the Madison Metropolitan and Verona Area districts.

Anticipated start August 24, 2026 and end May 7, 2027. Partially remote, 2–10 hours per week, with a pay rate of $16.50 per hour. Up to 15 positions available and a flexible schedule based on tutor and tutee needs.