Part Time Peer Tutor

Washtenaw Community College,; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 20,480 - 29,168; Part time

Job summary

Washtenaw Community College is seeking a Peer Tutor for part-time roles suitable for qualified candidates. As a Peer Tutor, you will assist students in developing academic skills through workshops and individual tutoring.

Ideal candidates should maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 and have excellent communication skills. The compensation is $18.02/hour, with flexible working hours typically ranging from 8–15 hours per week during school sessions.

Qualifications

• Must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or be in good academic standing.
• Willingness to remain current on course materials.
• Understand student privacy and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in developing academic skills through tutoring.
• Facilitate learning and study strategies.
• Participate in workshops and academic resource delivery.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Computer proficiency

Study strategies

Ability to work with diverse students

AI technology utilization

Education

Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or good academic standing

Tools

Canvas

Zoom

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Peer Tutor – Part‑time

Washtenaw Community College is looking for qualified peer tutors in a range of subject areas. Peer tutors assist students in developing academic skills and knowledge through individual and group tutoring, workshops, and supplemental instruction.

Areas of Experience

• Accounting
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Biology
• Business Management
• Chemistry (general and organic)
• Criminal Justice
• Economics
• Math (fundamentals through advanced)
• Nursing
• Pharmacology
• Physics
• Spanish and other languages
• Statistics
• Social Sciences including Psychology, Philosophy, Sociology

Position Summary

The Part‑time Peer Tutor serves as a “model student” to WCC students seeking tutoring. Peer tutors help students learn how to learn and develop general academic skills and subject‑specific knowledge.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Familiarity with course content, study strategies, and content‑based knowledge within assigned disciplines.
• Facilitate student learning by clarifying specific course content and promoting appropriate study strategies.
• Work with students (online and in person) individually, in groups, workshops, and supplemental instruction.
• Exhibit excellent communication skills and adapt methods to meet students’ learning styles.
• Participate in the research, development, and delivery of student‑centered workshops and supplemental academic resources that focus on study‑skill development.
• Possess some familiarity with learning technology including Canvas, Zoom, discipline‑specific software, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Become familiar with Learning Resource Division resources and direct users to appropriate campus and virtual resources. Refer students to additional campus resources such as Disability Services, Academic Advisors, Success Coaches, and the Student Resource Center when needed.
• Represent the Academic Success Center at college‑sponsored activities.
• Use technology, including AI‑enabled tools, to enhance performance, productivity, communication, and information management, while complying with confidentiality requirements, institutional policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Attend department and division meetings as assigned by supervisor.
• Maintain regular attendance on campus.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Hours / Schedule

Applicants must have 10 hours of availability within the hours of operation posted below. Tutors typically work 8–15 hours per week, not to exceed 20, and only when classes are in session.

• Monday–Thursday 9 am–8 pm; Friday 10 am–1 pm (Fall, Winter)
• Monday–Thursday 10 am–6 pm (Spring, Summer)

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 in college coursework or be in good academic standing in one or more of the listed areas of need.
• Computer proficiency.
• Willingness to remain current on course materials, as determined by faculty.
• Encourage student success by creating an inclusive environment of belonging and high achievement.
• Understand the importance of student privacy and follow campus confidentiality rules.
• Communicate effectively in written and verbal communication.
• Work successfully with diverse students of all ages, ethnicities, genders, backgrounds, and achievement levels.
• Strong public‑service commitment and positive attitude.
• Assume responsibility and work enthusiastically with minimal supervision.
• Provide feedback to improve departmental practices and procedures.
• Participate in continuing education related to the job function, including departmental training, semiannual essential training, and recommended professional development programs and in‑service sessions as assigned by supervisor.
• Use workplace technology relevant to the position, including the capacity to learn and appropriately leverage emerging AI‑supported tools. Assess the accuracy and reliability of AI‑generated content, maintain confidentiality, and apply sound judgment and ethical practices in the use of technology.
• Maintain a positive working relationship with students, faculty, and staff.
• Maintain regular attendance on campus.

Preferred Qualifications

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Compensation

Hourly Rate: $18.02

Required Documents

• Resume
• Unofficial Transcripts 1

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Other Documents
• Unofficial Transcripts 2

Washtenaw Community College does not discriminate on the basis of religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status as provided for and to the extent required by federal and state statutes. Nor does the college discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.