SLA Tutor (Student Position)

Ferris State University; Big Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Ferris State University in Big Rapids, MI is seeking a SLA Tutor (Student Position) to support SLA workshops and assist students in specific courses. The role involves interactive, small-group learning activities during workshop sessions under the guidance of the SLA facilitator.

Responsibilities include assisting in weekly workshops, preparing materials, and maintaining workshop records. The position reports to the SLA Director and offers opportunities to support students while engaging with

Qualifications

• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, abilities, and skills may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Reports directly to the SLA Director
• Responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of designated information
• Performs all duties in compliance with applicable university policies and procedures, as well as state and federal requirements
• Assists the SLA facilitator in weekly SLA workshops, including clarifying course concepts, incorporating study skills, generating notes from course lectures/labs, and preparing workshop materials.
• Meeting with course SLA facilitator, faculty, and the SLA director adhering to program policies, and maintaining appropriate workshop records as instructed.
• Responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of designated information
• Performs all duties in compliance with applicable university policies and procedures, as well as state and federal requirements
• SLA tutors do not grade papers or teach on behalf of faculty
• The SLA tutor can provide tutoring support upon student request, either individually or in groups in the ALC

Job description

Job no: 498144
Work type: Student Employment - General
Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307
Categories: Student Employment - General

Position Title: SLA Tutor (Student Position)

Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307

Department: University College

Advertised Salary: $13.73

Summary of Position: A SLA tutor provides academic support through SLA workshop sessions focused on specific courses or topics with the guidance of the SLA facilitator. This role involves assisting SLA workshops that review key concepts, reinforce course material, and help students prepare for assignments and exams. SLA tutors help students learn by providing focused, interactive learning activities in a group setting. SLA workshops take place in a classroom provided by the department or professor for up to 1 hour and 15 per session.

Position Requirements: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, abilities, and skills may be considered.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Reports directly to the SLA Director
• Responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of designated information
• Performs all duties in compliance with applicable university policies and procedures, as well as state and federal requirements
• Assists the SLA facilitator in weekly SLA workshops, including clarifying course concepts, incorporating study skills, generating notes from course lectures/labs, and preparing workshop materials.
• Meeting with course SLA facilitator, faculty, and the SLA director adhering to program policies, and maintaining appropriate workshop records as instructed.
• Responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of designated information
• Performs all duties in compliance with applicable university policies and procedures, as well as state and federal requirements
• SLA tutors do not grade papers or teach on behalf of faculty
• The SLA tutor can provide tutoring support upon student request, either individually or in groups in the ALC

Number of Positions Available: 5

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume, Class Schedule, Cover Letter (optional)

Job Close Date: December 18, 2026

EEO Statement: Ferris State University, an Affir Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community atferris.edu . The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit:Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement .

Advertised: 20 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 18 Dec 2026 Eastern Standard Time