Academic Success Center Peer Tutor - Federal Work Study

Position Summary

Peer tutors support students in comprehending academic concepts and developing study skills that will contribute to the student’s academic achievement. Tutors must possess a passion for helping and motivating students to learn new or complex concepts. Peer tutors assist fellow students individually, in small groups, or via ASC Chat to provide personalized support and encouragement.

Essential Functions:

• Work collaboratively with students in individual or group tutoring sessions.
• Suggest ways for students they tutor to improve study skills and learning strategies (both general and course-specific).
• Complete documentation related to student interactions and other related duties.
• Refer students as needed to other centers or university services.
• Understand and respect student confidentiality.
• Provide daily support to team members.

Requirements:

• Two (2) recommendations from faculty members. One recommendation must be from a content area expert (i.e., department chair or instructor).
• Good standing with a GPA minimum of 3.0.
• Minimum GPA of 3.5 in the area(s) they tutor.
• Must be a current National University student who has completed a current FAFSA
• Ability to work up to 20 hours per week with a varied working schedule.

Technical / Functional Skills: 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office software (e.g. Word, Power Point)
• Ability to work independently and also work well with a team of diverse cultures, while working in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines and frequently changing priorities

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Candidate receiving offers will be offered a salary/pay rate commensurate with experience that vary based on a candidate’s qualifications, skills, and competencies.  Absent exceptional circumstances, candidates will be offered a salary within this range for this position. The minimum salary will be offered based on the minimum exemption threshold based on state of residency. Base pay is one component of National University’s total rewards package, as we are dedicated to supporting the needs of the “whole you” with our holistic approach to employee benefits by offering comprehensive well-being benefits for you and your family.  For full details about our benefit plan offerings, please visit benefits.nu.edu. For Part-time benefits, please click here.

Compensation Range:

National University is committed to maintaining a high-quality, diverse workforce representative of the populations we serve. National University employs more than 5,000 faculty and staff and serves over 41,000 students. We are united in our mission to meet the global education demands of the 21st Century and are dedicated to creating a supportive academic and work environment that allows students, faculty and staff to develop their interests and talents while experiencing a sense of community and a commitment to diversity. With programs available both online and at our many campus locations, National University is a leader in creating innovative solutions to education and meeting the needs of our diverse student population, including adult learners and working professionals.

National University offers an opportunity to work in an innovative environment that supports diversity.

National University (NU) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant per applicable federal, state and local laws. At NU, a diverse mix of highly talented, innovative and creative people come together to make the impact of a lifetime for each of our student learners. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment, education, and admission at National University. We are focused on equality and believe deeply in diversity of race, color, ancestry, age, family care status, veteran status, marital status, creed, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, and other legally protected group status.