Tutor at Pacific University Forest Grove, OR

Pacific University; Forest Grove (OR); On-site; USD 18,695 - 26,627; Part time

Job summary

A university in Oregon is looking for an Undergraduate Peer Tutor. The positions provide academic support in multiple subjects, fostering a welcoming environment for students. Ideal candidates are undergraduates committed to diversity and inclusion with strong communication skills. This role includes specific training and requires a minimum of 3 hours of work per week during the fall and spring semesters.

Qualifications

• Available to attend and complete all required training meetings.
• Experience or interest in peer education and team building.
• Committed to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Provide tutoring in various subjects to peers.
• Assist students with understanding course content.
• Develop and facilitate tutoring sessions.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Team building

Education

Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student

Satisfactory academic standing – grade of A or B

Satisfactory faculty recommendation

Tools

Moodle

Job description

Tutor job at Pacific University. Forest Grove, OR.

This position is only open to current Pacific University Students.

Job Details

CLASS Peer Tutor II

• Salary: $16.45/hour
• Duration: July 1, 2025 through the 2025-2026 academic year, with possible continuation through final semester at Pacific
• Location: Tran Library

This position provides peer tutoring at the Center for Learning and Student Success (CLASS). Primary responsibilities include:

• Providing a welcoming and supportive environment for all students to work toward their academic goals with peer support.
• Working as a guide to assist peers with understanding course content.
• Assisting peers with adopting effective learning and study strategies.
• Preparing for and facilitating individual and group tutoring sessions in person and/or online.
• Promoting CLASS services through class presentations and other outreach activities.
• Completing required tutor training, reading and responding to updates and communications from supervisor, and participating in CLASS meetings throughout the year.
• Contributing to the peer tutoring program’s success through adhering to CLASS policies and procedures, providing feedback to improve CLASS services, and participating in observations by supervisors.

Subject Areas

For the 2025-26 academic year, we are hiring undergraduate students to tutor in the following academic subject areas:

• American Sign Language
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Biology
• Business (Accounting, Finance)
• Chemistry
• Communication Sciences & Disorders
• Economics
• French
• General Elementary Statistics
• Japanese
• Mathematics
• Music
• Physics
• Spanish
• Writing
  • Actively seeking fluent Spanish speakers to tutor writing in English, but Spanish fluency is not required to apply to be a writing tutor.

Student Transferable Skills

Skills learned may include:

• Identifying and solving complex problems
• Effective tools for self-directed learning
• Collaborative goal setting and achievement
• Improved communication and listening skills
• Planning and leading group activities

Important Application Information

• Applicants are screened and qualified applicants are selected on an ongoing basis as applications are received. Applications received after open positions are filled will not be considered. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply for open positions as early as they are able.
• Students with Federal Work Study funding will have priority in the hiring process, but all students who meet the qualifications are encouraged to apply.
• A resume and cover letter are not required for this job application.
• Application closing date: May 23, 2025
• Contact: Cari Brooks, Undergraduate Peer Tutoring Manager, [e-mail]

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Satisfactory academic standing – grade of A or B in the courses to be tutored
• Satisfactory faculty recommendation
• Ability to tutor for multiple courses per term
• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student
• Available to attend and complete all required training meetings:
  • Up to four hours of remote training via Moodle during summer
  • Thursday, August 21, 1:00-5:00 pm
  • Tuesdays, August 26-September 30, 11:30 am- 12:45 pm
  • Additional training will be required for writing tutors (days/times TBD)
• Available to work a minimum of 3 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters, including evening and Sunday hours
• Experience or interest in peer education and team building
• Committed to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion through creating an environment where all learners are recognized, respected, and feel a sense of belonging
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to model effective learning and problem-solving strategies
• Ability to solve problems collaboratively
• Ability to provide meaningful feedback to peers
• Highly dependable