Tutor Non-Certified, STEM Learning (Part Time)

Salt Lake Community College; Utah; On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

A large community college in Utah is seeking talented students to serve as tutors in science, math, and engineering subjects. The position focuses on helping students reach their full potential through effective tutoring strategies and inclusive learning environments. Candidates must have a high school diploma and demonstrate knowledge of the subject matter they wish to tutor, along with skills in communication and time management. This role emphasizes supporting students in developing independent learning habits.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate the subject matter effectively.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of student needs.
• Self-motivation and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Tutor students in science, math, and engineering.
• Utilize different learning strategies during sessions.
• Help students develop study skills and become independent learners.

Skills

Knowledge of subject matter

Effective communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Sensitivity and understanding to students' needs

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Videoconferencing applications

Note-taking applications

Job description

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

All employees are expected to maintain a permanent residence within the State of Utah as a condition of employment. New employees must provide a valid Utah residential address within 30 days of their start date.

Job Summary

The STEM Learning department seeks talented students interested in tutoring science, math, and/or engineering subject areas. We help all SLCC students reach their full potential by supplementing the instruction that they receive in class. Our goal is to provide a productive learning environment that will guide students toward study practices and aids that help them excel both inside and outside of college. Tutors usually work with individual students, though we encourage group activities for students who are studying the same material. Our team offers inclusive, respectful, and innovative assistance to motivate students to achieve their life and professional goals. We expect our new hires to embrace and practice our departmental values and culture. Our department also offers content‑specific workshops and project/research‑based learning opportunities. This is a pooled position, and the department reviews applications as positions become available.

Please include an unofficial copy of your transcripts along with your resume.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities & Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of the subject matter to be tutored.
• Ability to communicate the subject matter effectively.
• Ability to effectively learn and utilize videoconferencing and note‑taking applications during tutoring sessions.
• Ability to learn and apply different learning strategies during tutoring sessions, including active learning and peer‑to‑peer techniques.
• Self‑motivation and ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Ability to listen and answer questions during tutoring sessions.
• Great time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to set goals and/or expectations during the first few sessions.
• Ability to provide support for content and concept understanding, not direct answers to graded work (e.g., homework, projects, quizzes, etc.).
• Be open and available for observations and follow‑up conversations.
• Help students learn how to learn the material.
• Help students develop or refine their study skills and become independent learners.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to, respect for, and understanding of the needs of students seeking learning support.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions effectively.
• Ability to be flexible in a constantly changing, fast‑moving educational environment.
• Ability to perform clerical tasks effectively.
• Ability to work well with others and in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of people with a variety of abilities and backgrounds, to maintain good working relationships across the College.
• Ability to work with all groups from a variety of academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, and with community college students, faculty, and staff, including those with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• A grade or better in any class you wish to tutor. Previous experience tutoring college level students.
• For math tutor applicants: Completed MATH 1040 with a B grade or better.

SLCC Information

Salt Lake Community College is Utah’s largest open‑access college in the state. We proudly educate 45,000+ students pursuing degrees in 100+ programs across 8 areas of study, and Utah’s fastest growing industries and four‑year baccalaureate programs consistently welcome SLCC graduates. Every SLCC employee has a hand in transforming students’ lives to strengthen its surrounding communities. SLCC employees work at 8 locations across the valley and capital city of Salt Lake with easy access to the beautiful Wasatch Mountains, world‑class outdoor recreation, sporting events, museums, history, and arts and entertainment.

Salt Lake Community College seeks and values contributions from each community member and welcomes new perspectives. A respectful work environment is its top priority; academic excellence and lasting transformation occurs when we can collaborate freely. As an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution, SLCC leads the state with the highest enrollment of students from the Latinx/a/o community. SLCC is committed to serving students and being a model for inclusive and transformative education.

Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) is fully committed to policies of equal employment and nondiscrimination. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, religion, protected veteran status, expression of political or personal beliefs outside of the workplace, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

SLCC is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). In addition to URS, SLCC offers several other retirement account options.

This position is subject to a successful completion of a criminal background check.