Main Campus Science Learning Center Student Tutor – Organic Chemistry; Non-FWS

Join Our Team as a Chemistry Student Course Mentor/Tutor! Why This Role is for You

• Make an Impact:
  Help your peers understand challenging concepts and achieve their academic goals.
• Build Your
  
  Skills:
  
  Develop valuable communication, leadership, and teaching skills to enhance your future career.
• Flexible
  
  Hours:
  
  Work around your class schedule with a position tailored to your academic commitments.
• Collaborative Environment:
  Join a supportive team dedicated to student success.

The Science Learning Center (SLC) is seeking a student tutor to support peers enrolled in Organic Chemistry courses. This role focuses on helping students develop a strong understanding of reaction mechanisms, structure–function relationships, and problem‑solving strategies through guided practice, conceptual explanation, and peer‑supported learning.

• Availability between 10:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.
• 10–20 hours per week
• Combination of daytime and at least one evening shift preferred
• Opportunities for both in-person and online tutoring

• Assist students in understanding:
  • Functional groups and molecular structure
  • Reaction mechanisms (e.g., substitution, elimination, addition)
  • Structure–function relationships and reactivity patterns
  • Stereochemistry and molecular interactions
• Guide students in applying concepts to:
  • Reaction prediction and mechanism steps
  • Problem‑solving and exam preparation
  • Lab concepts and analysis
• Use technology tools (screen sharing, digital whiteboards, etc.) to support learning.
• Maintain accurate documentation of tutoring sessions as required.
• Contribute to a supportive, welcoming learning environment.

• Current student in good academic standing
• Successful completion of Organic Chemistry I (Organic Chemistry II preferred)
• Demonstrated strong understanding of course content
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable interacting with peers in both in-person and virtual environments

• Faculty recommendation or referral letter
• Previous tutoring, mentoring, or leadership experience
• Completion of Organic Chemistry II
• Strong ability to explain reaction mechanisms clearly
• Comfort using technology for learning support (e.g., Zoom, digital whiteboards)

This is a Non-Federal Work Study position.