Student - Math Mentor - MRQ

Utah Valley University • Main Campus - Orem, UT

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About The Position

The Student - Math Mentor supports students in developing mathematical understanding and essential college learner skills. The mentor attends an assigned course as an embedded mentor, assists students with math both inside and outside class, and provides individual and group tutoring using varied instructional and tutorial strategies. The role also includes leading class discussions on study skills and related topics, communicating with the instructor about student welfare and upcoming course content, and connecting students experiencing non-course-related difficulties with appropriate campus resources when needed. Mentors participate in role-specific training and team-building activities.

Requirements

• Must be a current UVU student.
• Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Must have earned a B+ or better in MAT 1010 or above, or tested out of MAT 1010 upon enrolling at UVU.
• Must have a recommendation from UVU mathematics faculty or equivalent.
• Must be available to attend the assigned class time, periodic team-building events, a two-day training at the beginning of the semester, and weekly Thursday trainings from 4 pm to 5 pm.
• Strong understanding of mathematics coursework, concepts, and problem-solving methods.
• Familiarity with campus resources and student support services that assist academic success.
• Understanding of effective study techniques, learning strategies, and academic success practices.
• Demonstrated reliability, dependability, and professionalism.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and task-prioritization skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students to strengthen mathematical understanding and academic confidence.
• Experience preparing for and facilitating class discussions and learning activities.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information appropriately.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to explain concepts and ideas clearly, concisely, and supportively.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with students, faculty, and staff while contributing to a positive and productive classroom environment.
• Willingness to participate in intensive pre-semester training and ongoing professional development throughout the academic term.

Responsibilities

• Help students with math content inside and outside of class.
• Meet with the instructor to discuss student welfare and upcoming course topics.
• Attend the assigned course as an embedded mentor.
• Listen to students experiencing non-course-related issues and refer them to appropriate campus resources when necessary.
• Attend and participate in math mentor-specific training and team-building activities.
• Tutor students individually and in groups using instructional and tutorial strategies.
• Lead class discussions on study skills and related topics.

What This Job Offers

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