Student Worker - Peer Tutor

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Student Worker - Peer Tutor Apply locations JD Alexander Florida Polytechnic Main Campus time type Part time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition  R2708

Make a difference at one of Florida’s premier institutions for education in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Florida Polytechnic University, ranked the No. 1 public college in the region by U.S. News and World Report, offers a unique working environment that encourages faculty and staff to be part of a culture that prizes collaboration, innovation, and the willingness to go above and beyond to ensure our students and University succeed.

Florida Poly offers a small campus academic environment where students form connections with their faculty and peers as they pursue high-value degrees in engineering and applied sciences.

The University is equipped with cutting-edge facilities and equipment and two award-winning, architecturally distinct academic buildings. Its evolving curriculum, designed to meet the needs of industry and provide a life-long educational foundation for students, has helped the institution grow in prominence since its opening in 2014. Florida Poly’s deliberately small classes, affordability, and outstanding graduate outcomes have helped it earn recognitions such as being named a top value school, in the top 25 nationally for affordability, and in the top five best universities in the South for tech students.

Accredited by ABET and SACSCOC, Florida Poly is educating some of the brightest minds in Florida and attracting standout talent from across the nation.

JOB TITLE
Student Worker - Peer Tutor
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
At Florida Polytechnic University, the Tutoring and Learning Center (TLC) is where Student Workers - Peer Tutors assist students with questions, course material, study techniques, and other academic support.
JOB DESCRIPTION

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

As a Peer Tutor, you will:

• Hold weekly tutoring hours in the TLC for courses you are approved to tutor (minimum of 7 hours per week).
• Tutor at least 2-3 freshman-level courses.
• Collaborate with course coordinators to ensure clear and consistent communication with students.
• Attend monthly meetings with the TLC Administration and bi-weekly (or as needed) meetings with course coordinators.

Expected Commitment:

• Active Tutoring: 7-10 hours per week in the TLC.
• Meetings: 1-2 hours every 2 weeks for meetings.
• Additional Duties:
  Up to 1 hour of professional development (e.g., creating handouts, attending training) and up to 30 minutes of preparation time per week.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrate strong study skills, time management, and the ability to lead one-on-one tutoring sessions and student study groups.
• Commit to maintaining weekly hours in the TLC and attending regular meetings with course coordinators and/or the TLC Administration.
• If selected for an interview, you will be contacted. More details will be provided at that time.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be currently enrolled or attending classes at Florida Polytechnic University as an undergraduate student.
• Have completed at least one semester at Florida Polytechnic University.
• Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 and a minimum semester GPA of 2.75.
• Have earned a grade of B+ or better in courses they will tutor, as well as in key freshman courses.

REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND/OR OTHER SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS OF LAW:

• This position requires a criminal background check.
• This position is subject to federal and state privacy regulations.

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WORK SCHEDULE:

Varies and will be determined based on course schedule and research needs.

EXPECTED STARTING SALARY : $14.05 hourly, with a maximum of 20 hours per week for all university employment combined.

Final date to receive applications DATE : The position is open until filled.

This position requires a background check, which may include a level II screening as required by the Florida Statute §435.04.

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