Become a SSS Tutor

Student Support Services (SSS) is looking for qualified students who…

• Declared a major or minor in science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) within the College of Science and Engineering
• have an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher
• have completed at least 30 credit hours
• have a grade of “A” or “B” in the subject content being tutored
• have tutoring experience (preferred)
• communicate well with students, faculty, staff and small groups
• are ethical (keep students’ information confidential)
• are excellent motivators
• are excellent communicators—use active listening techniques
• are eager and energetic
• are creative and willing to take initiative
• are dependable and responsible
• are highly knowledgeable in the specified subject areas
• are excellent problem solvers
• show patience and a sincere desire to help others
• have a good sense of humor
• have a professional attitude and follow directions well
• interact pleasantly with peers, students, faculty, and staff members
• possess good study skills
• manage time wisely—academic commitments, SSS responsibilities and extracurricular activities

• Tutor students on academic subject(s) at SSS by furnishing information, help solve problems, offer support, suggest study tips and strategies, and make referrals when appropriate

• Diagnose students' specific problem areas and degree of need

• Be familiar with many study skills (note-taking, time management, test taking skills, etc…)

• Assist in the recruiting, selection, hiring, and training of new peer tutors;

• Be familiar with and support SSS and its policies;

• Attend training sessions (pre-semester and designated times during the fall and spring semesters)

• Attend all staff meetings

• Serve as a resource person for other SSS staff members

• Promote and market SSS services

• Help to create and maintain an effective learning environment at SSS

• Develop an awareness of diverse cultures and their unique needs

• Be familiar with other academic support programs on campus

• Know when and how to refer students to other resources (professional staff or outside help)

In addition to Tutor Job duties, Lead Tutor responsibilities include:

• Mentor new tutors by providing assistance, guidance, and training to respective Tuto-Mentor Teams (TMTs)
• Be present for walk-in tutoring opportunities
• Be active in the continued improvement of the tutoring program
• Act as Tutor Supervisors in the absence and/or unavailability of Coordinator of Tutoring
• Create/discover lesson plans, handouts, and other materials that will be used to support tutoring staff and help foster learning with students
• Keep up with general cleanliness/organization of tutoring spaces and materials
• Attend professional development opportunities and relay information to TMTs
• Other tasks as assigned