Undergraduate Tutor for STEM Tutoring 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 a part-time Non-Senate tutor for Fall 2026 through Spring 2027 to support Math, Bio, Physics, Chem, ENGR and CSE tutoring in an open center format.

You will help students build problem-solving strategies, explain concepts, and maintain an inclusive, welcoming center environment while following the Employee Handbook and attending training events.

Qualifications

• Overall GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Grades of B or higher earned in tutored subjects.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Patience and interest in assisting students.
• Strong grasp of course concepts.

Responsibilities

• Tutor in an open tutoring center format to reinforce course material.
• Assist students in finding their own answers and learning methods.
• Create an inclusive learning environment and explain center functions.
• Review Employee Handbook and attend pedagogical training events.

Skills

GPA 3.0

Strong communication

Diversity awareness

Patience

Course concepts

Education

Math Tutoring: Math 12/22

Chem Tutoring: Chem 100

CSE Tutoring: CSE 24

Physics Tutoring: Phys 9/19

ENGR Tutoring: ENGR 57

Bio Tutoring: Bio 110

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: 25%

Anticipated start: 8/26/2026 or other dates as needed

Position duration: Fall 2026, Spring 2027

Application Window

Open date: May 8, 2026

Next review date: Friday, Sep 25, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Friday, May 7, 2027 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 Office of Undergraduate Education tutors will serve as learning assistants for Math, Bio, Physics, Chem, ENGR and CSE in an open tutoring center format. Tutors increase course proficiency by assisting students in finding their own answers to questions and helping them learning methods to solve problems independently. Support is structured to reinforce course material, with a focus on grasping the content of courses and building student capacity to be successful in future courses.

Tutors are responsible for creating an inclusive learning environment, greeting students and explaining the functions of the learning centers to new students. Staff are responsible for reviewing and understanding the Employee Handbook, attending pedagogical training events, mentoring new tutors and ensuring compliance with Center procedures.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications

• Overall GPA of 3.0
• Grades of B or higher earned in tutored, or equivalent
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with students of diverse backgrounds, age groups and learning needs
• Possess patience and interest in assisting students
• Strong grasp of course concepts

Completed courses required by subject

• Math Tutoring: Math 12/22
• Chem Tutoring: Chem 100
• CSE Tutoring: CSE 24
• Physics Tutoring: Phys 9/19
• ENGR Tutoring: ENGR 57
• Bio Tutoring: Bio 110

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter - Please include the courses you are available to tutor.
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Work Availability
• 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.

Required Authorization of Information Release may be found at the linked page. Please complete, sign, and upload the required Authorization of Information Release to your application.

Reference requirements

• 1 required (contact information only)

Help contact

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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.

Please complete, sign, and upload the required Authorization of Information Release to your application: Required Authorization of Information Release Form.

Candidates must possess valid authorization to work in the United States. UC Merced is not currently able to sponsor individuals residing outside the United States who would require a new H-1B visa for employment. Applicants who do not hold valid U.S. work authorization are presently ineligible for this position.

Additional links: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy, the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy, and APM 035: Aff

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