FWS Student Success Tutor

Tutor

Eight positions available in the Thorobred Success and Innovation Center at Whitney Young Hall. Supervisor is Dr. Jamaal Jackson, contactable at . Hours per week vary based on demand, up to 20 hours.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and small-group tutoring in assigned subject areas.
• Explain course concepts, model effective study strategies, and help students strengthen problem-solving and independent learning skills.
• Prepare for tutoring sessions by reviewing relevant course materials and identifying appropriate learning resources.
• Maintain accurate tutoring schedules, attendance records, session notes, and other required documentation.
• Refer students to the supervisor or appropriate campus resources when needs extend beyond the tutor's role.
• Protect student privacy and maintain confidentiality in accordance with University policies and FERPA requirements.
• Help set up and reset the Center for meetings, workshops, guest speakers, tutoring sessions, and special events.
• Assist with greeting visitors, answering routine questions, and creating a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment.
• Help maintain the Center's organization, cleanliness, supplies, technology, and learning materials; promptly report concerns or equipment problems.
• Attend required training and staff meetings, communicate scheduling conflicts promptly, and complete other Center-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Must have a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA and remain in good academic standing.
• Must have completed at least 30 college credit hours.
• Must demonstrate strong knowledge and academic success in the subject area(s) to be tutored; faculty recommendation may be requested.
• Must meet all applicable Federal Work-Study eligibility requirements.
• Patient, dependable, respectful, and encouraging attitude when working with students from varied backgrounds and skill levels.
• Strong communication, listening, organization, time-management, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise sound judgment, accept feedback, and follow University and Center policies.
• Ability to work an agreed-upon schedule based on student demand, including possible evening hours, without interfering with classes.
• Basic ability to use email, Microsoft Office, learning-management systems, and other technology used by the Center.

Kentucky State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.