Study Skills Peer Coach/Tutor

University of North Dakota; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 165,000 - 207,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Dakota is seeking a part-time, non-benefited Tutor/Study Skills Support position for UND students to help them become independent learners and improve academic performance.

Responsibilities include greeting students, explaining Tutoring & Academic Success resources, guiding study strategies, and conducting review sessions before exams. CRLA-certified tutoring training is required; on-campus presence is needed.

Qualifications

• Must have taken one or more of the listed courses.
• Proof of understanding of course material with a minimum grade of B.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check.

Responsibilities

• Greeting students and introducing resources in the Tutoring & Academic Success.
• Assisting students in understanding course material.
• Identifying strengths and areas of improvement regarding coursework.
• Helping students develop core college success habits like time management and organization.
• Answering student questions and guiding them through assignments.
• Conducting review sessions before exams.
• Facilitate academic success workshops or group sessions.
• Completion of CRLA-certified tutoring training.
• Maintain accurate records of tutoring sessions and hours worked.
• Other duties as assigned by the Tutor & Study Skills Support Coordinator.

Skills

Student mentorship

Active listening

Empathy

Time management

Education

Coursework listed in minimum requirements

Job description

Salary/Position Classification

• $15.00 , Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
• 8-10 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability: No
• Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No

Purpose of Position

This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only UND students are eligible to be hired in this position.

Help undergraduate students to become better independent learners by assisting them in the understanding of course material, academic skills building and answering questions. Support undergraduate students in examine their academic strengths and weaknesses and develop strategies that lead to academic success.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Greeting students and introducing resources in the Tutoring & Academic Success
• Assisting students in understanding course material
• Identifying strengths and areas of improvement regarding the content of the coursework
• Helping students develop core college success habits like time management, organization, and effective study strategies
• Answering student questions and guiding them through class assignments
• Conducting review sessions before examsFacilitate academic success workshops or group sessions
• Completion of CRLA-certified tutoring training
• Maintain accurate records of tutoring sessions and hours worked
• Other duties as assigned by the Tutor& Study Skills Support Coordinator

Required Competencies

• Have passion for helping fellow students lean and succeed
• Demonstrate good study skills and work habits.
• Exhibit a service-oriented attitude by focusing on helping students succeed in their courses.
• Demonstrate strong active listening, empathy and approachability to build trust with diverse peers

Minimum Requirements

• Must have taken one or more of the following courses: ACCT 200/201, EON 201/202/210, Finance 310, MGMT 301/310, BIO 150/151, BIMD 220/221, Chem 115/116/121/122/221, ENGR 201/202/203, Spanish 201/202
• Proof of understanding of course material, evidenced by a minimum grade of B in the course
• A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identityand eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.