Student Assistant - Athletics Tutor

Job Description

The Student Learning Services program supports the academic and learning development of all student‑athletes at the University of South Florida. Our goal is to equip students with the skills and strategies they need to excel in their courses and throughout their academic career at USF, fostering autonomous and self‑sufficient learning.

• Complete beginning‑of‑semester and mid‑semester training.
• Conduct tutor sessions of at least one hour, scheduled according to tutor and student‑athlete availability.
• Evaluate tutors at varying points within the academic semester.
• Manage student‑athlete expectations and accountability.
• Adhere to policies and procedures.
• Maintain caseload management.
• Build academic skills in Reading, Writing, Time‑Management/Organization, Note‑Taking, and Study/Test‑Taking.

• One‑hour sessions, traditionally one‑on‑one.
• Scheduled based on tutor, student‑athlete availability, and course need.
• Sessions held during FFSAEC hours:
  Monday‑Thursday 8‑8 pm;
  Friday 8‑5 pm.

• $14/hr.
• Current USF student.
• Over 3.25 GPA.
• Minimum B+ in courses tutored.
• Minimum 5 hours per week; session hours cannot be guaranteed.
• Minimum of two full‑time semesters at USF.
• Resume required.
• Copy of unofficial USF transcripts required.

USF offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and life insurance plans, a retirement plan, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and a variety of employee perks and discounts. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers.

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. The University of South Florida is an equal‑opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.