Student - Math Tutor - Spring 2027

Utah Valley University • Main Campus - Orem, UT

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About The Position

Utah Valley University's Math Lab is seeking peer math tutors to provide academic support to students with a range of backgrounds and skill levels. Tutors help students understand math concepts and course material through in-person and online support. They complete mandatory training, maintain reliability and punctuality, and work independently as well as collaboratively with the team.

The Math Lab supports student success by reinforcing mathematical and problem-solving skills and teaching study techniques that can be applied across subjects. It aims to support students in ways that encourage self-discovery and build confidence in their mathematical pursuits.

Requirements

• Must be a current UVU student.
• Must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Must commit to working a minimum of 10 hours per week.
• Must have completed at least one of the following with a grade of B or better: MAT 1030 - Quantitative Reasoning; MAT 1035 - Quantitative Reasoning with Integrated Algebra; MATH 1210 - Calculus I; MATH 2020 - Mathematics for Elementary Teachers II; MGMT 2240 - Business Calculus; MGMT 2340 - Business Statistics I; STAT 2040 - Principles of Statistics; or STAT 2050 - Introduction to Statistical Methods.
• Knowledgeable about a wide range of math curricula.
• Well-versed in fundamental study skills and strategies.
• Creative problem solver able to find new approaches to challenges.
• Excellent communicator able to adapt tutoring to varied needs and backgrounds.
• Reliable, with strong time- and task-management skills.
• Familiar with available student resources on campus.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of MATH 2250 - Differential Equations and Linear Algebra, MATH 2270 - Linear Algebra, MATH 2280 - Ordinary Differential Equations, and/or one upper-division (3000 or 4000) course.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic support to students in person and online.
• Complete all mandatory training.
• Maintain reliability and punctuality.
• Work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• As needed, conduct class visits, create and update handouts, produce content-based videos, design and deliver workshops, and assist with Math Lab marketing initiatives.
• Collaborate with students to enhance their content knowledge.
• Communicate complex ideas clearly, concisely, and in a friendly manner.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Cultivate professional relationships with staff, faculty, and students.
• Contribute to the smooth operation of the tutoring labs and participate in ongoing training.
• Reliably complete assigned tasks on time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed