Peer Tutor

University of New Mexico

Posted 3 months ago

Internship

Gallup, New Mexico

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Provide one-on-one and group academic tutoring in math and science to students at the UNM Gallup Branch. Collaborate with professional staff to promote learning center services and maintain a positive study environment.

Qualifications

You are an enrolled UNM-Gallup student with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and have successfully completed Math 1220 and English 2210 with a B+ or better. You possess basic computer skills in Microsoft Office and demonstrate strong interpersonal and customer service abilities, ready to provide academic tutoring in math and science.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Math 1220

English 2210

Microsoft Office

Job Description

Requisition IDreq36557 Working TitlePeer Tutor Pay$13.00 Hourly CampusGallup DepartmentGallup Transitional Studies Operat (715E) Employment TypeStudent Employment Student TypeWork-Study StatusNon-Exempt Background Check Required For Best Consideration Date5/18/2026 Position Summary

Position Summary:

The Peer Tutor will work under the direct supervision of the Program Director and Senior Tutors at the Center for Academic Learning (CAL) at the UNM Gallup Branch.  He/she will provide academic tutoring services to a wide variety of individuals and groups.  The Peer Tutor will guide and assist students with and assortment of assignments, test/quiz review, and other math/science related requirements. The Peer Tutor will also collaborate regularly with the professional staff to aid in a variety of tasks.

Successful Summer 2026 candidates for this position should be able to work flexibly, particularly during late afternoon and night hours on Monday - Friday 8:00am -5:00pm

Duties and Responsibilities:

·         Provide one-on-one tutoring, and/or facilitate group study sessions, and/or tutor virtually to guide students with their math/science assignments, projects, and other math/science related tasks.

·         Participate in classroom visits, new student orientations, and/or booths to help promote CAL services to the UNM-Gallup community.

·         Implement tutoring strategies that accommodate different learning styles and needs.

·         Works with support staff to provide and promote a fun, safe and positive study environment.

·         Maintains and updates confidential records, ensuring that ethical and legal guidelines are maintained in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

·         Must have the ability and willingness to work with students from diverse cultural backgrounds with various levels of academic preparation pursuing a variety of majors.

·         Communicate well with students and provide motivation and positive reinforcement.

·         Assist with special events (Workshop, Trainings, etc.)

·         Complete required/requested training and participate in the CRLA certification requirements. Attending all staff meetings and training courses as required.

·         Help maintain the lab – put away supplies, textbooks, light cleaning, etc.

·         Keep up to date with assignments in the courses and prepare students for quizzes and exams.

·         Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

·         Must be an enrolled UNM-Gallup student with at least 3.0 (three) hours of instruction per semester.

·         Must have completed Math 1220 and English 2210 with a grade of B+ or better.

·         Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.

·         Must have good interpersonal and customer service skills.

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Required Applicant Documents: • Resume • Cover Letter

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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