Student - Biology​/Chemistry Tutor

Academic Tutoring at UVU is seeking student tutors who will work one-on-one and with groups to help students navigate the challenges of their assigned courses and content material.

Academic Tutoring embraces the power of students helping students and supports all individuals-regardless of identity, culture, point of view, or background-as they navigate the challenges associated with their educational goals. With a focus on gateway major courses, certified peer tutors work alongside each student to foster serious academic exploration and inspire lifelong learning.

* Tutor students (individually and in groups) by appointment and/or drop-in, in assigned courses and content material.

* On top of face-to-face tutoring, tutors may be assigned to the online tutoring lab or in other labs across campus.

* Participate in required tutor training and certification.

* Tutors are also expected to contribute to certain Academic Tutoring initiatives like conducting class visits, creating and updating handouts, designing workshops, and contributing to end of the year events.

* Must be a current UVU student.

* Minimum 3.0 GPA.

* Grade B- or better in CHEM 1210 & CHEM 1220 and currently/will be enrolled in CHEM 2310.

* Grade B- or better in BIOL 1610.

Preferred

Qualification:

* Grade B- or better in CHEM 2310 & 2320.

Effective tutors are:

* Knowledgeable about a wide range of Chemistry and Biology content.

* Well-versed in study skills and strategies.

* Creative problem solvers who can find new approaches to challenges.

* Excellent communicators who can adapt their teaching to a variety of needs and backgrounds.

* Reliable, has strong time and task-management skills.

* Familiar with available student resources on campus.

Effective tutors can:

* Collaborate with students to enhance their content knowledge.

* Communicate complex ideas and concepts in a clear, concise, and friendly manner.

* Read, write, and otherwise convey ideas in English.

* Maintain confidentiality.

* Cultivate professional relationships with staff, faculty, and students.

* Contribute to the smooth operation of the tutoring labs.

* Participate in ongoing trainings.