Student Tutor

Chapman University; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Chapman University in Orange, CA, is seeking an undergraduate Student Tutor for the Tutoring and Learning Center. Tutors will commit to a weekly in-person schedule, Mon–Thu 10am–6pm with two-hour shifts, complete required trainings, and promote a welcoming learning environment for students.

The role requires an A- or better in the course to be tutored, a strong GPA, and faculty recommendations. Prepares transcripts and character references as part of the application.

Qualifications

• Faculty recommendation required to verify subject matter knowledge (A or A- in the course to be tutored). GPA 3.0 or better overall.

Responsibilities

• Commit to the weekly in-person tutoring schedule agreed upon between the tutor and TLC staff (Mon–Thu 10am–6pm; minimum two-hour shifts).
• Complete all training activities and promote the TLC.
• Establish a friendly, welcoming environment for students and maintain a quiet workspace.

Job description

Student Tutor

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Special Instructions for Applicants

• Attach a copy of the unofficial transcript
• Recommendation from faculty for course/courses you wish to tutor
• Recommendation from a non-family member that speaks to the candidate’s character

Posting Details

Position Title: Student Tutor

Department or Unit Name: Tutoring and Learning Center

Position Headcount: 30

Academic Year: Academic Year 2026-2027

Term or Semester: All Academic Year

Is this Role for an Undergrad or Grad Student? Undergrad

Anticipated Pay Range: $16.90 - $16.90

Pay Range Information: Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.

On which Campus will this work be done? Orange

Approved Supervisor: Diane Eisenberg

Supervisor Email: [e-mail]

Desired Start Date: 09/14/2026

Projected End Date: 12/18/2026

Average number of hours per week: Up to 10 Hrs

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary: Student Tutor for the Tutoring & Learning Center

Responsibilities

• Commit to the weekly in-person tutoring schedule agreed upon between the tutor and TLC staff
  • Tutoring hours are Monday through Thursday from 10 am to 6 pm.
  • Tutor shifts are scheduled for a minimum of two hours.
• Complete all assigned training activities
• Promote the TLC
• Establish a friendly, encouraging, and welcoming environment for students
• Maintain a quiet workspace conducive to learning
• Adhere to all TLC and university policies and procedures
• Attend orientation and other meetings and trainings as scheduled
• Complete all assignments/documentation required by TLC and Payroll on time
• Up-to-date knowledge of tutored course(s)
• Tutor a diverse population of students with a variety of learning styles.

Required Qualifications

• Faculty recommendation required to verify subject matter knowledge- A or A- in the course to be tutored. The recommendation form can be found here: https://chapman.edu/students/academic-resources/tutoring-center/tutoring/recommendation-form.aspx 3.0 or better overall GPA [Enter when posting][Enter when posting]

Desired Qualifications

• Experience tutoring a diverse population of students with a variety of learning styles
• Ability to tutor multiple subjects and/or multiple levels of a subject matter (e.g., MATH 100-111 & SPAN 102)
• Previous tutoring experience
• Previous use of TLC services

Special Instructions to Applicants

• Attach a copy of the unofficial transcript
• Recommendation from faculty for course/courses you wish to tutor
• Recommendation from a non-family member that speaks to the candidate’s character

Budget Information

Is Federal work-study required? With or Without FWS

Pre-screening Questions

1. * What is your current academic standing?
   • Freshman
   • Sophomore
   • Junior
   • Senior
   • Post-Bach
   • Graduate 1st year
   • Graduate 2nd year
   • Graduate 3rd+ year
2. * What is your Major and Minor/Concentration?
3. * What is your GPA?
   • 4.0
   • 3.5-3.99
   • 3.0-3.49
   • 2.99 or below
4. * When is your intended graduation date?
5. * Please list the courses you would like to tutor. Include the professor you took for the course if it was taken at Chapman University.
6. * Please list how many hours per week you are available to work.
7. * Tutors are scheduled to work two-hour shifts. Are you available to work two-hour periods Monday - Thursday between 10 am - 7 pm?
8. * Why do you want to be a tutor?
9. * What personal qualities or skills do you possess that you feel will help you be effective in this position?
10. * What experiences have you had that you feel are relevant to this position?
11. * How did you hear about this job opening?
12. * Do you participate in extracurricular activities? If yes, please explain.
13. * Are you working at another job on or off campus?
    • Yes
    • No
14. * Please list your availability including what times you are available to work and the maximum number of hours per week you are available to work.
15. * Please list how many hours per week you are available to work.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Transcripts
2. Letter of Recommendation 1

Optional Documents

1. Letter of Recommendation 2
2. Resume
3. Cover Letter
4. Letter of Recommendation 3
5. 3 References Listed on One Page

Contact Us

Office of Human Resources
One University Drive
Orange, California 92866

Telephone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

The offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion and outcomes of a criminal background screening, and returning to the Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate.