OPS Strategy Tutor - The Hawkins Center

Florida Gators • Gainesville, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Hawkins Center's Learning Services Program aims to support academically at-risk student-athletes by advocating for their access to an equitable education. Strategy tutors are integral to this mission, providing one-on-one or small group support to help student-athletes develop crucial academic and executive functioning skills. Tutors assist students in establishing effective methods for managing academic tasks, completing assignments, and navigating the complexities of college-level studies. The role involves teaching strategies for time management, organization, planning, studying, test preparation, and writing, while also helping students break down large assignments into manageable steps to foster independence and ownership of their academic work. Tutors must adapt their strategies to individual student needs and build positive, professional relationships.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a graduate or PhD program OR working as a professional with relevant experience in an academic, educational, or related field.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with careful attention to detail when completing required documentation and tutoring reports.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree or higher
• Experience, education, or certification in Exceptional Student Education (ESE), English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), education, special education, learning support, or a related field
• Experience working with college students, student-athletes, or individuals with diverse learning needs

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized academic support and teach strategies related to time management, organization, planning, studying, test preparation, writing, and other academic skills.
• Help student-athletes break down complex assignments and responsibilities into manageable steps while encouraging independence and ownership of their academic work.
• Adapt tutoring strategies to meet the individual learning needs, strengths, and goals of each student-athlete.
• Build positive, professional relationships with student-athletes while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with student-athletes, Learning Services staff, Academic Advisors, and other colleagues.
• Maintain accurate and timely tutoring documentation and communicate relevant concerns or observations to the appropriate Learning Services staff.
• Demonstrate reliability and consistency in attendance and scheduled tutoring commitments.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with NCAA, University of Florida, SEC, and University Athletic Association policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Attend required trainings, orientations, and continued education opportunities.
• Serve as a positive representative of the Learning Services Program and the University Athletic Association.

Benefits

• This is a part-time position and does not include benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level