EOP/ LEAP Center Peer Tutor 2026-27
Seton Hall University
Location
South Orange, New Jersey
Quick overview
Peer tutors provide academic support to students through one-on-one or small-group sessions to clarify course concepts and reinforce learning. They also maintain accurate records of student attendance and progress while guiding students on effective study habits.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be currently enrolled undergraduate students with a grade of A or B+ in the subjects they intend to tutor. Applicants must also possess excellent communication skills and be eligible for Federal Work Study.
Job description
Job summary
Peer Tutors provide academic support and assistance to fellow students within a specific subject area (Business (all areas), Mathematics at all levels, Statistics (Social Sciences Majors, Science Majors), Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, and Physics), English, Languages (German, Italian, French, Spanish), Core and Humanities (History, Psychology, Sociology, etc.) or multiple subjects. This role involves facilitating learning, reinforcing course material, and helping students develop effective study skills. Peer tutors serve as mentors and guides, fostering a collaborative learning environment that encourages student success.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Provided academic assistance to the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) students throughout the academic year.
- Conduct one-on-one or small-group tutoring sessions with students seeking assistance in the designated subject area(s).
- Clarify course concepts, review homework assignments, and help students prepare for exams.
- Adapt tutoring techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and individual student needs.
- Provide clear explanations and examples to aid student understanding of complex topics.
- Offer guidance on note-taking, reading comprehension, and exam preparation methods.
- Direct students to supplement their learning with additional resources, such as online tutorials or academic support services.
- Maintain accurate records of tutoring sessions, including student attendance, topics covered, and progress made.
- Required qualifications
- Currently enrolled undergraduate student
- Proficiency in the subject(s) you wish to tutor, with an A or B+ in the courses
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Patience, empathy, and the ability to work effectively with diverse student populations
- Mandatory training in the Fall and Spring semesters.
- Be eligible for Federal Work Study
Desired qualifications: Knowledge of EOP programs at Seton Hall
CONTACT
Tamela D. Culp,
EOP Educational Specialist: 973-761-9425
Federal work study eligibility
YES – 2026/27 Federal Work Study eligibility required (check your Financial Aid Offer on the University Portal [https://piratenet.shu.edu/])
Seton Hall University is committed to programs of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO).