Professional Tutor
About The Position
The Professional Tutor will provide academic support to students in Math, Physics, and Statistics within the Math and Physics Learning Center. This role involves tutoring students through walk-in and individual sessions, both in-person and online, covering a range of courses from introductory to advanced levels. Additionally, the tutor will supervise student tutors when coordinators are unavailable, assist with administrative duties, and contribute to the creation of learning materials. The position requires strong subject matter expertise and excellent communication skills to effectively assist students and collaborate with staff.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in mathematics and substantial coursework in physics or bachelor’s degree in physics and substantial coursework in mathematics.
- Highly competent in algebra, trigonometry, calculus, and differential equations, mechanics, and electricity/magnetism.
- Willing and able to quickly learn statistics, geometry, mathematical software packages and other topics covered in our supported courses.
- Ability to interact and communicate effectively with students.
- Experience and ability to positively interact with all members of the campus community.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodations.
- Legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout employment.
- No employment visa sponsorship provided now or in the future.
- Not eligible for STEM OPT extensions as SVSU does not participate in E-Verify.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in mathematics and a minor/second major in physics or bachelor’s degree in physics and a minor/second major in mathematics.
- Comfortable with statistics, geometry, or mathematical software packages.
Responsibilities
- Tutor students in Math, Physics, and Statistics through walk-in and individual tutoring sessions, in-person and online.
- Provide assistance with software packages such as R.
- Supervise student tutors when coordinators of the Math and Physics Learning Center are not on duty.
- Assist coordinators in creating materials for webpages or workshops.
- Assist students with questions regarding Center services.
- Administer Math 081 computation skills tests as needed.
- Assist with tracking, appointment, and other software.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- SVSU was recognized as a “Great College to Work For” for 9 consecutive years (2016-2024).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
