Student Math Pathways Tutor; Formerly KAP - POOL

Position: Student Math Pathways Tutor (Formerly KAP) - POOL
Department

Mathematics

Primary Campus

University of Kansas Lawrence Campus

Job Description

60% - Tutoring & Student Academic Support

* Provide tutoring for students enrolled in MATH 101, MATH 105, and MATH 107, depending on assignment.

* Assist students in understanding homework, course materials, and key mathematical concepts.

* Offer guidance on effective problem‑solving strategies and support mastery of foundational skills.

* Encourage student confidence and promote independent learning habits.

25% - Exam Proctoring & Grading

* Proctor common exams in accordance with program and departmental testing protocols.

* Grade exam materials accurately, consistently, and in a timely manner.

* Maintain confidentiality and integrity of exam content and student performance.

15% - Classroom Assistance

* Serve as a class assistant during scheduled course sessions.

* Support instructors with classroom activities, demonstrations, group work, and instructional tasks.

* Provide in‑class clarification of concepts and assist students during hands‑on learning.

* Help foster a positive, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment.

Req  (Ex: 10567 )

32104

Disclaimer

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Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, civil rights, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, , 711 TTY.

Work Schedule

Flexible schedule which might require evening hours.

Contact Information to Applicants

Dr. Kodithuwakku Avantha Indika

Director/Kansas Algebra Program

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Required Qualifications

Math 101 Tutors:

* Completion of Math 116/Math 126 or higher by August 2026, as indicated in application materials.

* Strong proficiency in the English language, as reflected in application materials and during the initial interview.

Math 105/107 Tutors:

* Completion of EITHER Math 365 OR Math 115/Math 125 (preferably with AP Statistics or similar) or higher by August 2026, as indicated in application materials.

* Strong proficiency in the English language, as reflected in application materials and during the initial interview.

Advertised Salary Range

$11.00

Position Overview

There are two categories for the Student Math Pathways Tutor position within the Mathematics Department.

* Math Pathways tutor for MATH 105 and Math 107.

* Math Pathways tutor for MATH 101.

Reg/Temp

Temporary

Application Review Begins

09-Mar-2026

Anticipated Start Date

17-Aug-2026

Additional Candidate Instruction

A complete application will include:

* Cover Letter (Indicating to which category you are applying: tutor for MATH 105/107 OR tutor for MATH 101)

* An updated CV/Resume.

To ensure consideration, apply before the application review date, March 9th, 2026. A review of applications will continue until a qualified pool of applicants has been identified. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Position Requirements

During the semester term of the appointment, the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester.

Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).

Employment Conditions

(1) Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR.

(2) This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.