Mathematics Co-Pilot (Tutor)

University of Portland Portal • Portland, OR

9d • 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 2025 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 with a B or better
• 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. This person will be contacted to provide a recommendation for your candidacy. (No more than 1 page)
• 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

Responsibilities

• Provide mathematics tutoring services in the Math Resource Center ( MRC )
• Provide drop-in and appointment-based tutoring services for mathematics students.
• Work between 2 and 6 hours a week
• Participate in pedagogical and content training.
• Participate in a training during the spring 2025 semester, along with an all-Co-Pilot retreat in August.

What This Job Offers

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