ETSU·Johnson City, Tennessee
Provide one-on-one academic tutoring and help students develop effective study strategies through individualized plans. Communicate student progress to program staff and participate in required tutor training sessions.
Job Summary As an SSS Tutor, you will provide one-on-one academic tutoring and assist students in developing effective study strategies. You’ll work closely with each student to create individualized tutoring plans and set academic goals tailored to their needs, while preparing and delivering sessions that promote ongoing academic growth. In this role, you will also communicate regularly with program staff about student progress and participate in required SSS tutor training sessions.
We are seeking individuals who demonstrate strong knowledge and competence in the subject areas they wish to tutor and who genuinely enjoy teaching and supporting student learning. Successful tutors are able to clearly explain concepts to students from diverse backgrounds, maintain strong organizational skills, and complete all required documentation accurately and on time. Patience, professionalism, and a positive attitude are essential to building an encouraging learning environment. Applicants must be currently enrolled at ETSU or recently graduated, have completed the course they intend to tutor with a grade of B or higher, and hold an overall GPA of at least 3.0.
Applications are reviewed twice each year: once before the fall semester and again before the spring semester (early August and early January).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Demonstrated knowledge and competence in the subject matter.
Shows a strong commitment to supporting student learning in the subject area.
Ability to clearly explain concepts to individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to complete paperwork accurately and on time.
Patience, professionalism, and a positive attitude that help create an encouraging learning environment.
Required Qualifications
Be currently enrolled at ETSU or a recent ETSU graduate.
Have completed the course you wish to tutor with a grade of B or higher.
Hold an overall GPA of 3.0 or above.
Application Instructions
The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice to applicants. All positions at East Tennessee State University are contingent upon sufficient funding.
Please include the following information on your application:
Weekly Availability
Enrollment Status at ETSU: Currently enrolled undergraduate, currently enrolled graduate student, or recent graduate.
Courses You Wish to Tutor: For a list of available tutoring subjects, please visit the SSS Tutoring webpage [https://www.etsu.edu/students/trio/sss/tutoring.php]. Please list the specific course numbers you are interested in tutoring (e.g., PHYS 2010, PHYS 2020).
Special Topics Tutoring: We also offer tutoring in Paper Writing, GRE Math, PRAXIS I Math, and PRAXIS I Reading. If you are interested in tutoring any of these topics, please indicate which.
East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution's mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond. Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution’s focus on community engagement.
The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the position's essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.
Applicants must be current ETSU students or recent graduates with a minimum overall GPA of 3.0. Candidates must have earned a grade of B or higher in the specific course they intend to tutor.
Market context
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