Tutor - Academic (Ogden Learning Center)

Weber State University

Utah

On-site

USD 16,000 - 23,000

Part time

11 days ago

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Job summary

Weber State University is seeking tutors for the Ogden Learning Center to support WSU students in Zoology, Physics, Psychology, Nutrition, Botany, Microbiology, Geography, Geology, Criminal Justice, Social Work, and more. Training in tutoring techniques will be provided. Positions are pooled and hours range 7–20 per week.

Tutors work one-on-one or via drop-in sessions, with subject interests noted in applications. Background check required at hire.

Qualifications

Must be a WSU student.
Must have earned a B or better in the courses you propose to tutor.
A strong working knowledge of the subject matter you will be tutoring.
Good listening, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA.
Must participate in completing Levels I & II of tutor CRLA training.

Responsibilities

Tutor WSU students in the subjects you propose at the Learning Center as part of the Learning Support department.
Tutoring is done on an individual appointment and/or drop-in basis.
Availability for appointments and/or drop-in hours are determined by the tutor.

Skills

Zoology

Physics

Psychology

Nutrition

Botany

Microbiology

Geography

Geology

Criminal Justice

Social Work

Other subjects

Job description

Tutor - Academic (Ogden Learning Center)

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information

Position Title Tutor - Academic (Ogden Learning Center) Requisition Number H01616P Position Category Hourly/Work Study Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT Hours per week 7-20 Months per year Alternate work schedule Pay Grade Salary Hourly Pay Rate $14.50 FLSA Job Summary/Basic Function Tutor WSU students in the subjects you propose at the Learning Center as part of the Learning Support department. Tutoring is done on an individual appointment and/or drop-in basis. Availability for appointments and/or drop-in hours are determined by the tutor. We require and provide training in tutoring techniques. In your application, please indicate the specific subject(s) you are interested in tutoring.

Desired subjects:

Zoology
Physics
Psychology
Nutrition
Botany
Microbiology
Geography
Geology
Criminal Justice
Social Work
and more!

May include hours spent outside the center serving as a Learning Assistant in a related course, if applicable and of interest.

Certification levels:

Level 1 focuses on training tutors in the basics of being a tutor.
Level 2 is contingent on maintaining Level 1 training certification, and focuses on metacognitive and psychosocial requirements for tutoring.
Level 3 is contingent on maintaining Level 1 and 2 training certifications, and focuses on a more holistic view of learning center management and student development theories
Tutors who complete Level 3 are eligible to advance to the Lead Tutor role, which carries increased pay and responsibilities. This role provides direct tutoring support to students while also assisting the Tutoring Coordinator with management of the center, staff mentorship, and the implementation of tutoring training.

This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. After a period of time the pool will expire and applicants will be notified.

Required Qualifications

Must be a WSU student.
Must have earned a B or better in the courses you propose to tutor.
A strong working knowledge of the subject matter you will be tutoring.
Good listening, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA
Must participate in completing Levels I & II of tutor CRLA training

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to tutor many different courses in your selected subject area.

Background Check? Yes

Job Open Date 08/14/2026 Review Date 08/16/2026 Job Close Date 09/14/2026 Open Until Filled

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/21134

Notes to Applicant If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU , we would love to hear from you.

Physical Activity of this position

Physical Activity of this position Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance., Grasping. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.

Physical Requirements of this position

Physical Requirements of this position Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or consistently to move objects, including the human body. Sitting most of the time. Walking and standing only occasionally if ever.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).

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