What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tutor position at Lamar University?
Posting Summary
Position Title
Tutor
Posting Number
STU313
VP Area
Sr. Assoc Provost Area
Division
Enrollment Management Division
Department
Center for Academic Success
Location
Student Supervisor
Marla Singleton
Work Study Required?
No
Job Duties
Overview: Tutors provide individual and small group tutoring sessions in subjects in which the tutor has attained a grade of A. The Tutor facilitates learning as a guide to assist the student to become a successful, independent learner. The purpose of tutoring is to increase and enhance mastery of concepts or applications of a specific course of study. Tutors integrate effective study and learning strategies to maximize the tutee’s potential for academic progress. Training for Tutors is mandatory. Tutors are expected to communicate well with students, faculty, and STARS.
Essential Functions
Essential Functions
- Support students individually or in small groups with understanding content by helping them develop the skills necessary for learning: providing subject-area knowledge and mentoring students on the strategies, techniques, and attitudes needed for successful mastery of the material.
- Deliver presentations on various academic skills and strategies to student organizations and across campus.
- Maintain confidentiality and uphold FERPA requirements.
- Achieve and advance certification through the College Reading and Language Association (CRLA) as a Peer Educator. Pay raises are commensurate with additional CRLA certifications. (All training is paid, and we work with your class schedule to determine your work hours).
- Other duties as assigned by the Tutoring Specialist.
Communication
- Meet regularly with the program specialists to discuss program objectives and needs.
- Communicate with student-employee team members.
- Promote student awareness of all programs/services offered.
- Participate in outreach and tabling events.
Minimum Qualifications
- Minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA in good standing.
- Currently enrolled at Lamar University, Beaumont.
- Sophomore, Junior, or Senior status in the Fall 2024 semester (preferred).
- Must be available for pre-semester training and regular staff meetings.
- Excellent written, verbal, and listening communication skills.
- Strong study skills and successful student habits and behaviors.
- Capacity and desire to work with students of various backgrounds.
- Highly dependable, punctual, and adaptable.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong academic skills and habits that you can model for students.
- Ability to clearly explain information in multiple ways.
- Ability to quickly establish rapport with others.
- Belief that anyone can grow and improve regardless of where they start.
Physical Requirements
- Visual acuity to read written or printed text on screens or paper.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and/or through writing.
- Manual dexterity for writing, typing, and reaching.
- Ability to move safely to and from various buildings across campus.
- Ability to lift and move objects no heavier than 10 pounds.
Certifications Required
Work Hours
Job Conditions
- Work is indoors and sedentary.
- Schedule is subject to change according to student worker availability and department need.
Additional Instructions for Applicants
Required Documents
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Two (2) Letters of Recommendation, including at least one from a current Lamar University faculty member who can verify subject proficiency
Please direct any questions to starstutoring@lamar.edu.
EEO Statement
Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer
Security Sensitive Statement
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
