Peer-Tutor "Students Only"
Kentucky Community and Technical College System
Location
Fort Wright, Kentucky
Salary
$13 / HOUR
Quick overview
Peer tutors will support fellow students in mastering course content through homework assistance, test preparation, and skill-building, aiming to develop effective learning strategies and academic confidence. Responsibilities include communicating with the coordinator, maintaining a positive attitude, documenting sessions, and accurately reporting hours worked.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have achieved a grade of A or a high B in the specific course(s) they intend to tutor and maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Essential qualities include patience, kindness, dependability, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to clearly explain course material.
Job description
Title: Peer-Tutor "Students Only"
Salary
13.00/hour
Standard Hours: 20 hours/week
Work Location: Discretionary Hybrid
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
College: Gateway Community & Technical College
Department: Student Success
Job Summary
Peer tutors support fellow students in mastering course content through various formats, including homework assistance, test preparation, and skill-building. The goal is to help students develop effective learning strategies and academic confidence. Tutoring may occur in embedded class settings, walk-in sessions, or online formats. Tutors will work individually or in small groups and are expected to document their sessions.
Job Duties
- Communicate promptly with the coordinator and team
- Maintain a positive and welcoming attitude toward all students
- Be punctual, prepared, and engaged during tutoring sessions
- Practice active listening and provide constructive feedback
- Encourage student success and celebrate progress
- Maintain confidentiality and uphold the Gateway Student Code of Conduct
- Exhibit professionalism in behavior, attire, and technology use
- Utilize appropriate resources and refer students when necessary
- Consult with the coordinator regarding student progress and concerns
- Participate in training and professional development
- Reach out to students referred for tutoring
- Accurately report hours worked and submit timesheets by the 15th and 30th of each month
- Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- Grade of A or high B in the course(s) to be tutored
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Two faculty recommendations, preferably from relevant courses
- Patience, kindness, dependability, and a genuine interest in helping others
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to clearly explain and reinforce course content
- Prior tutoring experience preferred
- Strong organizational and time management skills
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