Part Time Biology Professional Tutor

Position Title

Part Time Biology Professional Tutor

Part Time Staff

10 Month

Non-Exempt

$22.52 - $24.76 per hour

Academic Center for Excellence

Up to 28 hours per week, Monday – Friday 8:00am – 7:00pm (in‑person). Availability to be provided in cover letter.

The Academic Center for Excellence (ACE) at SUNY Niagara is seeking individuals who are passionate about supporting student success through tutoring. Professional Tutors provide both individual and small group assistance aligned with existing course content, helping a diverse student population strengthen their academic skills and confidence.

In this role, tutors serve as a vital link between the college and its students—supporting academic progress while fostering independent learning and self‑reliance. Tutors assist students in developing competency in course material and applying effective learning strategies such as active reading, note‑taking, test preparation, time management, and organization.

Besides traditional tutoring, Professional Tutors may serve as embedded tutors within the classroom, work with students in specific content areas, and provide online tutoring for those enrolled in distance education courses. Tutors are expected to offer support in a professional, welcoming, and student‑centered manner to all members of the campus community.

• Anatomy & Physiology (BIO 213/BIO 214)

• Assisting students with course content and problem‑solving
• Providing individual and group tutoring
• Facilitating study groups and review sessions
• Creating academic resources/guides for student use
• Maintaining records of tutoring appointments
• Utilizing tutoring management system to create, log, and detail appointments
• Referring students to appropriate resources
• Supporting learning and study skills development
• Assisting students with general computer troubleshooting necessary for coursework
• Providing embedded tutoring services as assigned

• Associate’s degree or higher in a related content area or curriculum.
• Desire to help others.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Responsible, dependable, honest, and mature.
• In‑depth understanding of the content area(s) the applicant wishes to tutor.

• Experience working with students in secondary or higher education.
• Experience utilizing online conferencing software (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams).

SUNY Niagara does not discriminate and prohibits harassment or discrimination related to any protected category including creed, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, marital status, political or social affiliation, age, race, color, veteran status, military status, religion, domestic violence status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or perceived gender. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.