Mathematics Co-Pilot (Tutor)

University of Portland Portal•Portland, OR

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Mathematics Co-Pilots provide mathematics tutoring services in the Math Resource Center (MRC) located within the Learning Commons. We are particularly interested in tutors for MTH 202, 301, and 321, but all students with a Math background are encouraged to apply. Math Co-Pilots provide drop-in and appointment-based tutoring services for mathematics students. Math Co-Pilots work between 2 and 6 hours a week, based on tutoring experience, course background, and scheduling needs for the MRC. Math Co-Pilots participate in pedagogical and content training. Newly hired Co-Pilots will be required to participate in a training during the Spring 2026 semester, along with an all-Co-Pilot retreat in August. Pay rate is the Portland metro minimum wage.

Requirements

Successful completion of intended courses you will tutor in.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
Faculty endorsement for course(s) the Co-Pilot intends to tutor.
Availability to work a minimum of 2 hours per week.
At least a second-year class standing.
Able to complete required tutor trainings/retreats at the start of each semester.
Resume
Cover letter that includes name(s) of a Math faculty member(s) with whom you’ve taken classes you wish to tutor.
Unofficial transcript

Nice To Haves

Current enrollment in or recent completion of additional math course(s) with A- or better.
Demonstrated excellence in academic peer assistance within or outside of the classroom or experience teaching or one-on-one tutoring.
Cumulative Math GPA of 3.5 or above.