Student Peer Tutor RISE (Biology) 2026-2027
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South Orange, NJ - USA
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Job Summary
JOB SUMMARY | The RISE TRiO Student Support Services (SSS) program is seeking motivated academically strong student leaders to serve as Peer Tutors for the 2026-2027 academic year. Peer Tutors play a vital role in supporting the academic success of our diverse student population through one-on-one and small-group addition to content-area tutoring tutors will actively contribute to our programs scholarly community by facilitating workshops on scholarly development and financial literacy. |
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES | * Academic Tutoring: Provide high-quality individual and small-group tutoring to students in foundational biology courses (including General Biology Cell Biology Genetics or Anatomy & Physiology). * Workshop Facilitation: Prepare and present at least one (1) Scholarly Development program and one (1) Financial Literacy program to RISE students during the semester. * Resource Sharing: Guide students on effective study strategies active recall techniques time management and biology exam preparation. * Progress Tracking: Maintain accurate and timely records of tutoring sessions and student progress. * Professional Development: Attend all mandatory tutor training sessions staff meetings and professional development workshops. |
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS | * Academic Standing: Must have earned a minimum grade of A- in the specific Biology course(s) you wish to tutor (e.g. General Biology I & II). * GPA Requirement: Must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.4 or higher. * Financial Aid: Must be eligible for Federal Work-Study (FWS). * Enrollment: Must be a currently enrolled student at Seton Hall University. * Please note: While this position is funded through the RISE TRiO SSS program you do not need to be a RISE student to apply. |
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | * Strong understanding of foundational biological concepts and lab procedures. * Strong interpersonal communication and active listening skills. * Patience empathy and a passion for helping peers achieve their academic goals in STEM. * Previous experience in tutoring mentoring or leadership roles is preferred. |
CONTACT | Khazema Rauf |
FEDERAL WORK STUDY ELIGIBILITY | YES 2026/27 Federal Work Study eligibility required (check your Financial Aid Offer on the University Portal) |
Seton Hall University is committed to programs of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO).
About Company
As one of the nation's leading Catholic universities, Seton Hall University has been showing the world what great minds can do since 1856. SHU's main campus is located in the quaint town of South Orange, NJ, only 14 miles from New York City.
