Peer Tutor

Current Students: If you are currently employed or enrolled as a student at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Workday Internal Jobs Site for Students Position Title:Peer TutorJob Category:Student HourlyJob Profile:Student HelpJob Summary:**Official Start date for this position would be Fall 2026!Job Title: Peer TutorDepartment: Educational Success CenterJob Location: Swenson Hall 1024 & 1025, other campus locationsApproximate Hours/Week: 4-15Primary Supervisor: Trish AllenAnticipated Length of Employment: Semester, renewablePay: $10 an hourJob Summary:Assist students with comprehension of class material and improving study skills in a one-on-one or group tutoring setting. The primary responsibilities of a tutor is to support students to become more independent learners, persist in college, and reach their goals. Tutors provide individual and/or group tutoring to students across a broad range of courses based on their personal area of expertise. Tutors meet with students to clarify and review concepts taught in class, explain processes and help students solve specific problems. Tutoring supports classroom-centered activities, and as such, the emphasis and content of the tutoring sessions is determined by the student's needs. Tutors work with colleagues and the Coordinator to support their own professional development.Eligibility: To be eligible for student employment during the Academic Year, a student must be enrolled at least half time at UW-Superior for the current semester.Notice to New Employees: Employment will require a criminal background check. A pending criminal charge or conviction will not necessarily disqualify an applicant. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the University does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.Key Job Responsibilities:Department:Educational Success CenterCompensation:$11/hourValuable leadership development opportunities and skillsAbility to make meaningful connections with staff, faculty, and peersGain a better understanding of the course materialRequired Qualifications:Have completed the course (or a level higher) with at least a "B."Be in good academic standing with a prior semester GPA of 3.0 or higher.A cumulative GPA of 3.0 must be maintained. If requirements are not met, the student may be placed on probation for one semester.Must be available on Tuesday, September 1st for a full-day trainingAbility to work a flexible schedule and a minimum of four (4) hours per week. Education:Must have completed at least one year of college credits prior to starting. Exceptions can be made.How to Apply:Submit application with resumeHave an instructor complete the recommendation formContact Information:Trish Allen, tallen12@uwsuper.eduUW-Superior, A Superior Place:The University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identities of 'final candidates' must be revealed upon request. According to the Attorney General, 'final candidates' under Wisconsin law means the five candidates who are considered most qualified for the position. See Wis. Stat. Sec. 19.36(7)(a).Employment will require a criminal background check, and if you have prior work history within the last seven years with Universities of Wisconsin or State of Wisconsin agencies, a personnel file review check for employee misconduct. It will also require your references to answer questions regarding employee misconduct, sexual violence and sexual harassment. The University reserves the right to check references with notice given to the candidates at the appropriate time in the process.Employment is subject to federal laws that require verification of identity and legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act.For UW-Superior campus safety information and crime statistics, review the Annual Security Report or contact the University Police Department Safety at 715-394-8114 for a printed copy.UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer