Learning Center Jobs

Apply to be a tutor

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist students in gaining a better understanding of course material and concepts
• Work with students to improve transferable academic success skills
• Assess, support, and encourage the students in the learning processes
• Host individual tutoring sessions, study pods, and/or work in drop-in center(s)
  • Tutors must have a minimum of 8 hours available each week for tutoring appointments. Tutors are able to choose their own working schedule
  • Tutoring can occur in person or via Zoom based on tutor preference
  • Tutors can choose to work in the drop-in center based on availability
• Attend and participate in weekly training scheduled during business hours based on the group’s availability
• Attend and participate at least two of the three professional development sessions. Dates and topics will be sent out at the beginning of the semester

Qualifications:

• Currently-enrolled University of Utah student
• 3.0 cumulative GPA minimum
• Ability to tutor 5 or more in-demand courses identified by the Learning Center
  • Must have received an A or B in a specific course or equivalent course to be eligible to tutor that course at the U
  • In-demand courses included but are not limited to: biology, chemistry, computer science, history, math, and physics
• Desire and enthusiasm for learning and promoting student success among peers
• Excellent communication skills
• Faculty or staff recommendation

Compensation & Hours:

• $14.00/hour with $0.50 pay increase based on training completion
• Up to 20 hours/week including weekly training and professional development
• Must attend Onboarding Training during the first week of the semester
• Must attend the Institute for Peer Education

How to Apply:

Complete and submit the Peer Educator Application.

The Learning Center Tutor Coordinator will review your course history to check eligibility for employment.

Apply to be an SI Leader

The number of SI Leaders varies each semester based on the number of faculty partners. Faculty recommendations will be prioritized when filling open SI Leader positions. Any remaining open positions will be filled via applications.

Job Description & Responsibilities:

Undergraduate students are hired and trained as Supplemental Instruction (SI) Leaders for selected courses. These courses generally include lower-division  biology, chemistry and math courses.

Responsibilities of an SI Leader include:

• Plan and facilitate 2 one-hour SI study sessions a week
  • SI Leaders will use lecture content, course readings, and additional materials to create their SI study session plans
• Assist students in deepening their understanding of course material and developing transferable academic success skills
• Attend their assigned class lectures (you will not enroll in the course)
  • Each SI Leader is allowed three pre-approved absences
  • Additional absences may be approved in the event of an emergency
• Attend and participate in weekly training scheduled during business hours based on the group’s availability
• Observe another SI Leader’s session and debrief with them once a month
  • Additional observations may be scheduled with supervisor approval
• Attend and participate in at least two of the three All Learning Center Professional Development sessions. Dates and topics will be sent out at the beginning of the semester

Qualifications:

• Currently-enrolled University of Utah student
• 3.0 cumulative GPA minimum
• Demonstrated understanding of course-specific content
  
  • Must have received an A or B in a specific course or equivalent course to be eligible
• Desire and enthusiasm for learning and promoting student success among peers
• Must demonstrate potential ability to complete all SI-related job duties
• Excellent communication skills
• Faculty or staff recommendation

Compensation & Hours:

• $14.00/hour with $0.50 pay increase based on training completion
• Average of 10-12 hours/week including weekly training and professional development
• Must attend Pre-Semester Onboarding Training

How to Apply:

Complete and submit the Peer Educator Application.

The Learning Center Supplemental Instruction Coordinator will review your course history to check eligibility for employment.

Applications currently closed

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Must support University of Utah students by providing costumer services and academic resources
• Answer phone calls and offer support accordingly or transfer the call
• Familiarize visitors with each of our services including:
  • How to schedule tutoring appointments and learning consultations 
  • Finding information regarding Supplemental Instruction study sessions
  • Information about policies and procedures including no-shows and cancellations
  • Connecting students and tutors when needed 
  • Refer visitors to additional campus resources
• Assist Director, Academic Coordinators, and Administrative Assistant with materials needed, training prep, and other tasks as needed
• Maintain the snacks and Keurig stock and offer snacks and coffee/hot chocolate to visitors
• Help with setting/cleaning up after Learning Center Community Building events 
• Create Memes, flyers for events, announcements etc. 
• Maintain a clean and neat tutoring area
• Notify Administrative Assistant when different office supplies are running low
• Responsible for opening and closing up the office based on schedule 
• Adhere to department policies of the Learning Center
• Maintain the confidentiality of all visitors
• Willingness to work in a small, collaborative environment as a team
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Enrolled as a University of Utah student in good academic standing
• Desire and enthusiasm in offering support to the Learning Center staff
• Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills
• Commitment to working as a team 

Compensation & Hours:

• $14/hour with pay increase based on semesters of service
• Schedule will be set at the beginning of each semester

How to Apply:

The Front Desk Assistant position is currently filled and we are not currently taking applications.