Professional STEM Tutor; Math

Professional STEM Tutor (Math)

Employee Classification: Non-Student Help - Hourly
Campus: University of North Texas - Dallas
Division: DAL-Academic Aff & Stdnt Success
Sub Division-Department: DAL-Student Success
Department: DAL-Learning Commons-513000
Job Location: Dallas
Salary: $17.50/hour
FTE: .48
Retirement Eligibility: Not Retirement Eligible

The UNT Dallas Learning Commons offers tutorial assistance in various subjects (math, science, statistics, economics, accounting, etc.) to students who need supplemental academic support.

• Serves as an important team member in the Learning Commons who primarily serves students through Embedded Tutoring in and out of class for gateway level courses.
• Works under the supervision of the Director and works closely with the Learning Commons team to tutor students on a daily basis.
• Delivers tutoring sessions and group study sessions both face‑to‑face and online.
• Develops resources, markets our services to students and faculty, performs clerical work, and assists the administrative staff with special projects.

• Use a variety of strategies to work with clientele whose academic skills cover a wide range of ability.
• Provide tutoring, including clarification of course assignments, lectures, and tests.
• Help students develop positive learning skills such as study techniques, note‑taking skills, and test‑taking strategies.
• Create a forum for participatory learning with active student involvement.
• Aid students in understanding concepts without giving answers or completing assignments.
• Refer students to Learning Commons resources and other academic services as needed.
• Work the assigned hours per week unless making prior arrangements with supervisor.
• Attend required trainings and staff meetings.
• Interpret and clarify Learning Commons procedures to students, tutors, and visitors, and lead classroom presentations to advertise services.
• Be familiar with all resources – handouts, reference books, You Tube videos – located in the Learning Commons or on the website.
• Assist administrative staff with special assignments, projects, and events.
• Prepare resources for the Learning Commons including handouts, workshops, website content, social media posts, videos, etc.
• Help schedule appointments for the Learning Commons.
• Assist in maintaining detailed student records; monitor, input, and analyze data related to attendance, persistence, retention, and satisfaction.
• Serve as a liaison between the Learning Commons and UNT Dallas academic community (faculty and staff).
• Promote the Learning Commons by developing relationships, marketing information, updating social media, delivering presentations and workshops around campus.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to further knowledge in tutoring, content areas, student development, and other relevant topics.

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher with coursework in a related STEM field.
• 1–3 years of tutoring experience in an academic setting.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge in the subject area to be tutored.

• Excellent interpersonal and intercultural communication skills.
• Empathy for the student body population at UNT Dallas.
• Strong problem‑solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and with others.
• Ability to take direction and instruction without reservation.
• Maintain effective working relationships and handle public relations situations courteously.
• Telephone etiquette and courteous communication with public, verbally and in writing.
• Evaluate facts or situations to route calls/customers appropriately.
• Basic MS Office skills.
• Operate office machines including PCs, telephones, and copiers.
• Use web‑based software (e.g., Zoom) to tutor students online.
• File and record‑keeping skills.

• Experience tutoring/teaching college students.
• Master’s degree or graduate‑level coursework in a related field.
• Experience assisting students with developmental coursework and college readiness skills.
• Strong knowledge of FERPA preferred.
• Experience providing workshops, training, and/or test‑preparation sessions.
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