Academic Tutor

Join us at USU Blanding as a peer tutor for the Spring Semester 2025! Were seeking candidates to assist students in various academic subjects including: English Math Statistics Biology Chemistry Nursing Social Work Welding ComputerAided Design (CAD) Test Preparation. These parttime positions offer flexible hours tailored to accommodate your class schedule. While youre welcome o propose your own hours we prioritize coverage during two primary shifts: 12PM4PM and 4PM8PM. Keep this in mind when considering your availability. This position is eligible for hybrid work within the state of Utah.

Participate in training sessions to acquire and apply effective tutoring strategies.
Guide students in enhancing their academic performance through both group and individual sessions addressing learning challenges and refining study skills.
Cultivate a growth mindset fostering student learning and refining teaching techniques.
Foster problemsolving skills nurturing students curiosity and critical thinking abilities.
Exemplify positive behavior and attitude as a mentor for students.
Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of student interactions and progress.
Regularly meet with supervisors or advisors for feedback and guidance.
Adhere strictly to all USU policies protocols and procedures.
Engage in training for online videoconferencing platforms such as Zoom and Google Docs mastering their use for remote tutoring.
Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in accommodating students needs regarding the tutoring environment.
Complete federal FERPA Discrimination Prevention and ADA training as required.
Ensure confidentiality of all student records.
Fulfill any other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have a 3.54.0 GPA in any class candidate applies to peer tutor for or provide a record of comparable professional expertise in targeted tutoring subjects. References may be required.
• Must maintain a 3.0 overall academic GPA during work as a peer tutor.
• Must be available to tutor after school hours and some evenings.
• Must have access to reliable transportation to and from the tutoring site.
• Must have access to a computing device and internet when needed.
• Must commit to providing tutoring services for the entire semester during which the applicant is hired from the start of the semester or date of hiring through the last day of finals.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual in Navajo or Spanish.
• Bachelors degree in math science or English.
• Preference to applicants from socioeconomic backgrounds similar to participants

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Must have a solid academic background in math science and/or English.
• Must have superb analytical problemsolving and communication skills.
• Must display professional behavior and friendliness patience and sensitivity to a diversity of students.

Along with the online application please attach:

1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under Resume/CV

2. A letter of recommendation from a professor in the field that the student would like to tutor into be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under Documents 110

3. Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants but not necessarily occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and may lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Founded in 1888 Utah State University is Utahs premier landgrant public service university. As an R1 research institution Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local regional and global communities. USU prepares students to be active civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a highquality and affordable education USU remains a leader in research discovery and public impact.

USU enrolls 28900 students both online and in person atlocations throughout the state. Utah States 30 locations include a main campus in Logan Utah residential campuses in Price and Blanding and six additional statewide campuses along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utahs counties.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac12 Conference beginning in theseason. The Aggies longstanding tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports reflecting USUs commitment to perseverance and achievement.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected valued and supported. We seek to recruit hire and retain people from all walks of life who willchampion excellence in education research discovery outreach and believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be recognized our commitment to employees when they namedUtah State the best employer in Utahin 2023.Learn moreabout USU.

The university provides aDual Career Assistance Programto support careers for partners who are also seeking is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability contact the universitys ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources ator.

*updated 02/2025

In its programs and activities including in admissions and employment Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment based on race color religion sex national origin age genetic information sexual orientation gender identity or expression disability status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by University policy Title IX or any other federal state or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USUs nondiscrimination policies:

Executive Director of the Office of EquityMatthew PinnerDistance Education Rm.

Title IX CoordinatorCody Carmichael Distance Education Rm.

Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill Logan UT 84322

For further information regarding nondiscrimination please visit or contact:

U.S. Department of EducationOffice of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights

*updated 09/2023