Athletic Academic Tutor; Intermittent Worker

Position Function

Athletic Academic Tutors will work with student‑athletes one‑on‑one or in a group setting concerning specific matter, helping organize the subject matter, helping with studying the material as well as other preparatory measures needed for retention. Tutors are hired as needed, and employment typically lasts at least one full semester.

Employees hired into intermittent positions are limited to working no more than 720 hours per fiscal year.

UC

For salary grade UC, these positions are “Unclassified” and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.

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June 1, 2026

Athletic Tutors help facilitate the academic development and progress of student‑athletes as they work toward degree completion. Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Helping student athletes organize subject material
• Helping student‑athletes study subject material utilizing various methods specific to the individual if necessary
• Helping student‑athletes practice/quiz subject material for retention

• High School Diploma
• Athletic Academic Tutors must obtain at least a Junior level standing at Mississippi State University to be considered.
• It is preferred that Athletic Academic Tutors have earned the majority of their credit hours at Mississippi State University.
• Previous tutoring and/or teaching experience is preferred, but not required.
• Must have strong communication skills as well as subject‑area knowledge.
• Must be responsible and maintain a professional demeanor.

• If currently a student, a 3.0 or higher GPA is preferred.
• Prior tutoring experience is preferred.
• Teaching experience at a high school or above.

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All tutoring sessions are held within the Templeton Athletic Academic Center. Little to no physical effort is required.

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