Student Position) Math Center Peer Tutor

Position: (Student Position) Math Center Peer Tutor
Department

Department Science, Math, Ag & Culinary

Location

Location Sheridan

Posting Category

Posting Category Student - Sheridan

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 08/24/2026

Hourly Rate (if applicable)

Hourly Rate (if applicable) $12.00

Hiring Range

Full Salary Range

Benefits Summary

N/A

Typical Work Schedule

Tentatively 2-3 positions available;
Flexible hours, based on class schedule

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number P

Job Posting Date

Job Posting Date 08/20/2026

Initial Review Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Education/Qualifications

• Good Conduct and Academic Standing with the college
• Sheridan College Student currently enrolled
• Cumulative GPA is 2.0 or greater

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Maintain at least a B in current math class
• Proficient in mathematics concepts- algebra, problem solving, calculus and/or statistics
• Instructor recommendation is preferred
• Familiarity with My Math Lab and graphing calculator is preferred
• Ability to communicate effectively with students both orally and in writing

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

• Depending on the hours working in the math center, you may be sitting for 1-3 hours at a time.
• No heavy lifting is required.
• Typical instruction environment

Experience

Applicants should have completed College Algebra or Pre Calculus and maintain at least a B in their current math course.

Job Summary

The Math Center, located in room W201, provides drop-in tutoring assistance for students in math classes from Basic Algebra up to Calculus 1, Business Calculus, and Statistics. Some students may also come in for help in other classes with math applications. We are looking for peer tutors to tutor several days a week for 1-3 hours at a time. You should have a math background at least through Pre Calculus.

Experience in Calculus and Statistics is preferred. Peer tutors work with students, answering questions, working through extra examples, etc. If you like teaching and working with people, and you enjoy math, come join our team!

Job Duties

These are the job duties for required of the position.

Percentage of time

Percentage of time 100%

Responsibility/Duty

• Arrive on time for scheduled tutoring commitments
• Answer questions students have regarding math concepts in homework assignments, notes, and My Math Lab
• Communicate with students in a polite respectful way
• Discuss issues or concerns with Jennifer Nichols (Math Center Coordinator)

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