Student - Engineering Tutor (Mechanical)

Utah Valley University • Main Campus - Orem, UT

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About The Position

Utah Valley University is seeking a Mechanical Engineering tutor for its Academic Tutoring department. The tutor works one-on-one and with groups to help students navigate assigned courses and course content. In addition to face-to-face appointments, tutors may be assigned to the online tutoring lab or other labs across campus. Tutors also contribute to Academic Tutoring initiatives, including conducting class visits, creating and updating handouts, and designing workshops.

Academic Tutoring supports students helping students and welcomes individuals of all identities, cultures, points of view, and backgrounds as they pursue educational goals. With a focus on gateway major courses, certified peer tutors work alongside students to support academic exploration and lifelong learning.

Requirements

• Must be a current UVU student with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Must have earned a grade of B or better in ENGR 2010, ENGR 2030, and ENGR 2140.
• Demonstrated familiarity with other courses offered by the Department of Engineering.
• Knowledge of a wide range of ENGR curricula and fundamental study skills and strategies.
• Ability to find creative approaches to challenges and adapt coaching to varied needs and backgrounds.
• Strong communication, reliability, time-management, and task-management skills.
• Familiarity with available student resources on campus.
• Ability to convey ideas in English, maintain confidentiality, and cultivate professional relationships.

Responsibilities

• Tutor students individually and in groups on assigned courses and content.
• Work in the online tutoring lab or other campus labs as assigned.
• Conduct class visits.
• Create and update handouts.
• Design workshops.
• Collaborate with students to enhance their content knowledge.
• Communicate complex ideas clearly, concisely, and in a friendly manner.
• Maintain confidentiality and cultivate professional relationships with staff, faculty, and students.
• Contribute to the smooth operation of tutoring labs and participate in ongoing training.

What This Job Offers

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