Undergraduate Tutor

University of North Dakota; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

University of North Dakota is seeking a part-time on-site tutor to support INMED undergraduates in science and math. The role involves 5–10 hours weekly with some evenings or weekends, potentially at the Indigenous Student Center or SMHS.

Duties include tutoring 1-1 and in small groups, assessing gaps, and adapting teaching strategies while maintaining confidentiality. Applicants should have completed upper-level coursework with a B or higher and have prior instructional experience.

Qualifications

• Completion of upper-level coursework in competency areas with a grade of B or higher.
• Demonstrated experience as an instructor or peer-teacher.
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check.

Responsibilities

• Tutor undergraduate INMED students in science and math coursework (1-1 and small groups).
• Set availability with office hours or scheduled sessions to maximize contact time.
• Identify knowledge gaps and use teaching strategies to address them.
• Individualize learning plans for each student or group.
• Communicate progress and needs to supervisor while maintaining confidentiality.

Skills

Science & Math proficiency

Education

Upper-level coursework in biology/chemistry

Job description

Salary/Position Classification

• 20.00 hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
• 10-20 hours per week
• This position requires working onsite at our Grand Forks, ND campus.

Purpose of Position

Tutor undergraduate INMED students who are enrolled in pre-health and health care curricula. Work 5-10 hours per week. May include some evening and weekend hours. Tutor and supervisor may determine if posted office hours, appointment only, or a mix is most appropriate pending schedule and need. Tutor may conduct work at Indigenous Student Center or SMHS.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Student tutoring - provide 1-1 and small group tutoring in undergraduate Science and Math coursework to INMED students. Set availability, including set office hours and/or individually scheduled sessions to maximize contact time with students.
• Identify deficiencies in knowledge, understanding, facility, or study habits of students served and utilize various teaching and learning strategies to effectively address and correct them.
• Individualize learning and content strategy to each student or group.
• Communicate availability, changes, student progress, and any academic tool/materials needs to supervisor.
• Maintain a professional, positive, goal-oriented demeanour and respect and maintain personal and academic confidentiality standards.

Required Competencies

• Must demonstrate proficiency in science and/or math courses, including Intro to Biology I & II, Human Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Evolution, Cell Biology, General Chemistry I & II, Organic Chemistry I & II, Anatomy, College Physics, College Algebra and Calculus.

Minimum Requirements

• Completion of upper-level coursework in competency areas with a grade of B or higher.
• Demonstrated experience as an instructor or peer-teacher.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current or former student or instructor in competency areas or student I instructor in a health science, graduate biomedical science, or other related program.