Position summary
The role of an academic tutor for student-athletes is pivotal in ensuring the holistic development and success of student-athletes both on and off the field. This position entails providing academic support and guidance to student-athletes to help them excel academically while balancing the demands of their athletic commitments. In addition to our tutors from the student body, we also seek non-student professionals with more specialized experience in various academic fields like Psychology, ASL, Geology, Anthropology, Economics, Spanish, and Law.
Job responsibilities
- Academic
- Support: Provide one-on-one or group tutoring sessions to student-athletes in various subjects, including but not limited to mathematics, sciences, humanities, and languages.
- Study
- Skills
- Development: Assist student-athletes in developing effective study habits, time management skills, and organizational strategies to enhance their academic performance.
- Course
- Material
- Comprehension: Aid student-athletes in understanding course materials, assignments, and concepts by breaking down complex topics into manageable components.
- Test
- Preparation: Assist with test preparation strategies, including practice exams, review sessions, and test-taking techniques tailored to individual learning styles.
- Writing
- Assistance: Offer guidance on writing skills, including essay structure, research methods, and proofreading to help student-athletes improve their writing proficiency.
- Academic
- Progress
- Monitoring: Track and monitor the academic progress of student-athletes, communicate regularly with academic advisors to address any concerns, and submit session reports on time.
- Resource
- Referral: Connect student-athletes with additional academic resources, such as tutoring centers, writing labs, and academic workshops, to support their educational goals.
- Compliance with
- NCAA
- Regulations: Ensure adherence to NCAA academic eligibility requirements and regulations governing academic support services for student-athletes.
Requirements
Education
- Bachelor’s degree required in Education, Counseling, Athletic Administration, or a related field.
- Master’s degree preferred, particularly in areas such as Educational Leadership, Higher Education Administration, or a relevant academic discipline.
Experience
- Prior experience in tutoring, teaching, academic coaching, or academic support services, preferably at the high school or collegiate level.
- Experience working with student-athletes or within an athletic academic support environment is strongly preferred.
- Familiarity with NCAA academic eligibility standards and compliance requirements is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated ability to work with diverse student populations and adapt instructional approaches to various learning styles.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills required.
Physical requirements
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods during tutoring sessions and meetings.
- Frequent use of a computer and other office equipment (e.g., keyboarding, viewing screens).
- Ability to move between offices, classrooms, and campus facilities as needed.
- Occasional lifting of materials up to 15–20 pounds (e.g., books, teaching resources).
- Must be able to maintain focus and engagement during extended academic sessions.
The University of Tulsa is a student-centered research university that cultivates interconnected learning experiences to explore complex ideas and create new knowledge in a spirit of free inquiry. Guided by our commitment to service and inclusion, we prepare individuals to make meaningful contributions to our campus, our community, and our world.
The University endeavors to create and nurture an informed and inclusive environment in its workplace and educational programs. Affirmative action and equal employment opportunity are integral parts of the University not just because they are legally mandated, but because we recognize that the present and future strength of the university is based primarily on people and their skills, experience, and potential. The University does not discriminate in access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, ancestry, or marital status. The University seeks to recruit, select, and promote students, faculty, and all other employees on the basis of individual merit.
