Tutor for Social Science Learning Hub, AY 2026-2027

University of California - Merced; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

University of California, Merced is seeking Social Science Learning Hub Tutors (Non-Senate) to support Psychology, Public Health, Sociology and more through drop-in sessions. Tutors work as knowledgeable peers to foster students' academic growth, focusing on effective learning strategies and study skills.

Responsibilities include helping students engage with materials, strengthen notetaking, and develop independent study habits; Writing Consultants may contribute to workshops and outreach

Qualifications

• Effective communication with peers, faculty, and staff.
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively.
• Commitment to equity and inclusion in a diverse community.
• Enrollment as a UC Merced Undergraduate student is required.

Responsibilities

• Support Psychology, Public Health, Sociology and other disciplines via drop-in sessions.
• Help students identify and apply information from course materials.
• Strengthen note-taking and organization strategies and assist with challenging concepts.
• Collaborate on projects for the Social Science Learning Hub (workshops, outreach, social media).

Skills

Effective communication

Independent work

Equity & inclusion

Bilingual

Tutoring experience

Education

UC Merced Undergraduate student

Job description

Position overview

Position title:Non-Senate

Salary range:See Table 20 for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $22.14 per hour.

Percent time:Up to 25%

Anticipated start:Fall: August 26, 2026

Position duration:Academic year

Application Window

Open date: August 13, 2026

Most recent review date: Wednesday, Sep 2, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Monday, Nov 30, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

The new Social Science Learning Hub will offer support for Psychology, Public Health, Sociology and more with drop-in sessions focused broadly on the skills needed for success in these courses.

Social Science Learning Consultants (Tutors) sit alongside students as knowledgeable peers to support students' their academic growth by helping them develop effective learning practices, study strategies, and approaches for engaging with social science coursework. Responsibilities include helping students identify and apply information from course materials, strengthen notetaking and organization strategies, work through challenging concepts, and develop approaches to learning that build confidence and independence. In addition, Writing Consultants are expected to work collaboratively on projects in support of the Social Science Learning Hub's mission (workshops, outreach events, social media, etc.).

Requirements of the position include:

• Commitment to a fixed semester schedule
• Participation in mandatory orientation/training prior to the start of instruction
• Participation in mandatory bi-weekly staff meetings (tentatively: Fridays, 3:00 - 4:30)

The Social Science Learning Hub is currently hiring for the following disciplines:

• Anthropology
• CRES
• Psychology
• Public Health
• Sociology

Qualifications

Basic qualifications

• Effective communication skills with peers, faculty, and staff (both oral and written).
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively.
• Commitment to equity and inclusion, and serving the needs of a culturally, linguistically, and educationally diverse community.

Additional qualifications

• Enrollment as a UC Merced Undergraduate student

Preferred qualifications

• Bilingual or multilingual proficiency
• Previous tutoring experience

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Resume/CV - Please upload your most recently updated Resume/C.V. Make sure your class standing (first year, sophomore, etc.) and major are clearly identified.

• Cover Letter - In your cover letter, please include the disciplines you are available to support, your interest in working at the Social Science Learning Hub, and any previous experiences and/or coursework that will help you grow as a Learning Consultant.

• Unofficial Transcripts

• Course Schedule

• Authorization to Release Information Form - As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

  Misconduct means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.

Reference requirements

• 1 required (contact information only)

Please provide contact information for a professional or academic reference.

About UC Merced

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

Misconduct means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.

The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses. Ranked as one of the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report and recently designated as an R1 institution by Carnegie, UC Merced is committed to innovation and excellence in research. With over 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students (Center of Institutional Effectiveness), UC Merced provides outstanding, inclusive educational opportunities to highly qualified students from the heart of California, the nation, and abroad. The campus has special connections to nearby Yosemite National Park; is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design; and supports the economic development of Central California.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. This includes the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs.

Job location

Merced, Ca