Peer-Tutor "Students Only"

Kentucky Community and Technical College System; Florence (KY); Hybrid; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Gateway Community & Technical College is seeking a Peer Tutor (Students Only) to support peers in mastering course content through various formats, including homework help, test preparation, and skill-building.

Tutors will work 10–20 hours per week in a discretionary hybrid setting, documenting each session. Strong interpersonal skills, reliability, and tutoring experience are highly valued.

Qualifications

• GPA of 3.0 or higher is required.
• Grade A or high B in the courses to be tutored.
• Two faculty recommendations preferred.
• Patience, kindness, dependability, and genuine interest in helping others.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to clearly explain and reinforce course content.
• Prior tutoring experience preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Communicate promptly with the coordinator and team.
• Maintain a positive and welcoming attitude toward all students.
• Be punctual, prepared, and engaged during tutoring sessions.
• Practice active listening and provide constructive feedback.
• Encourage student success and celebrate progress.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold the Gateway Student Code of Conduct.
• Exhibit professionalism in behavior, attire, and technology use.
• Utilize appropriate resources and refer students when necessary.
• Escalate student progress or concerns to supervisor as needed.
• Participate in training and professional development.
• Reach out to students referred for tutoring.
• Accurately report hours worked and submit timesheets weekly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Punctuality

Time management

Professionalism

Patience & helpfulness

Tutoring experience

Education

GPA 3.0+

A or high B in tutoring courses

Two faculty recommendations

Job description

Title: Peer-Tutor "Students Only"

Salary: 13.00/hour

Standard Hours: 10 - 20 hours/week

Work Location: Discretionary Hybrid

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

College: Gateway Community & Technical College

Department: Academic Services

Job Summary

Peer tutors support fellow students in mastering course content through various formats, including homework assistance, test preparation, and skill-building. The goal is to help students develop effective learning strategies and academic confidence. Tutoring may occur in embedded class settings, walk-in sessions, or online formats. Tutors will work individually or in small groups and are expected to document their sessions.

Job Duties

• Communicate promptly with the coordinator and team
  
• Maintain a positive and welcoming attitude toward all students
  
• Be punctual, prepared, and engaged during tutoring sessions
  
• Practice active listening and provide constructive feedback
  
• Encourage student success and celebrate progress
  
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold the Gateway Student Code of Conduct
  
• Exhibit professionalism in behavior, attire, and technology use
  
• Utilize appropriate resources and refer students when necessary
• Escalate student progress or concerns to supervisor as needed
• Participate in training and professional development
  
• Reach out to students referred for tutoring
  
• Accurately report hours worked and submit timesheets weekly
  
• Perform other duties as assigned
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Grade of A or high B in the course(s) to be tutored
  
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
  
• Two faculty recommendations, preferably from relevant courses
  
• Patience, kindness, dependability, and a genuine interest in helping others
  
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  
• Ability to clearly explain and reinforce course content
  
• Prior tutoring experience preferred
  
• Strong organizational and time management skills
  

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Equal Opportunity Employer - The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution.