Work-Study/Student - Peer Tutor

Northcentral Technical College; Town of Wausau (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Northcentral Technical College in Wisconsin seeks student tutors for the Academic Resource Center (ARC). This paid position is through work-study or student employment and pays $14.00 per hour.

Tutors work 1–10 hours weekly in one-on-one or small-group settings, reporting to the Manager, Learning Commons. You will assist students, coordinate with instructors, document progress for grants, and help promote ARC in classes and to the college community.

Qualifications

• Must be an active student enrolled in at least 6 credits.
• Students are not permitted to work in Federal Work‑Study positions during scheduled class times.
• Faculty recommendation and earned "B" or above in tutor's chosen subject area.
• Strong organizational and written and oral communication skills.
• Familiarity with Canvas, Starfish, and Zoom.
• Embrace of NTC's values of Learner Focus, Continuous Learning, Ingenuity, Access, Service to Community, Diversity, Culture of Professionalism, and Advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Assisting students in ARC in a given subject area 1–10 hours per week in one‑on‑one and small‑group settings.
• Coordinate with academic areas and instructors to aid students in meeting learning competencies.
• Document student progress and session data for grant purposes and market ARC in classes and to the college community.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written and oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Active student enrolled in at least 6 credits

Tools

Canvas

Starfish

Zoom

Job description

Job Summary

This is a paid position through work-study or student employment and allows students to grow in leadership, professional and soft skills, and will be paid an hourly rate of $14.00. Tutor positions will report to Manager, Learning Commons.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Assisting students in the Academic Resource Center (ARC) in a given subject area between 1-10 hours per week in both one‑on‑one and small‑group settings.
• Under the direction of Timberwolf Learning Commons leadership, coordinate with academic areas and instructors to aid students in meeting learning competencies.
• Document student progress and session data for grant purposes and market Academic Resource Center in classes and to the college community.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Required

• Must be an active student enrolled in at least 6 credits.
• Students are not permitted to work in Federal Work‑Study positions during scheduled class times.
• Faculty recommendation and earned "B" or above in tutor's chosen subject area.
• Strong organizational and written and oral communication skills.
• Warm, professional, and helpful interpersonal style.
• Familiarity with Canvas, Starfish, and Zoom.
• Embrace of NTC's values of Learner Focus, Continuous Learning, Ingenuity, Access, Service to Community, Diversity, Culture of Professionalism, and Advocacy.

Physical Demands

• Carrying/Lifting 10-25lbs: Low
• Carrying/Lifting 25-50lbs: Low
• Carrying/Lifting more than 50lbs: Low
• Sitting: High
• Standing/Walking/Climbing: Low
• Squatting/Crouching/Kneeling/Bending: Low
• Repetitive Hand/Foot Movement: High
• Pushing/Pulling/Reaching Above Shoulder: Low
• Work Environment Indoor/Office: High
• Outdoor Weather Conditions: Low
• Irritated or Agitated Individuals: Low
• Hostile or Violent Individuals: Low
• Hazardous Fumes/Odors/Toxic Chemicals: N/A
• Confined Spaces (as identified by OSHA): N/A
• Specific Vision, Hearing, Taste: Low
• Work-Related Travel: Low

Northcentral Technical College (NTC) is the place to be and it’s the “College that Cares.” NTC provides students with career preparation in some of the fastest‑growing fields and is a leading 2‑year post‑secondary institution with a history of innovation and growth in a dynamic setting. Our employees will tell you why they love working here, and check how our Total Rewards match our culture! Our main campus is in Wausau, WI, with five regional campuses located in Antigo, Medford, Phillips, Spencer, and Wittenberg. In addition, NTC has a Public Safety Center of Excellence in Merrill, Agriculture Center of Excellence in Maine, and Wood Technology Center of Excellence in Antigo, and every day we bring students one step closer to making their dreams a reality. Whether you are pursuing one of our 150+ associate degrees, technical diploma, or short‑term certificate programs, or simply taking a course to give you that competitive edge, a brighter future awaits you at NTC.