Math Lab Tutor - UAA Learning Commons

Do you enjoy helping other students learn mathematical concepts and succeed? The UAA Learning Commons is currently recruiting for student employees to tutor students in mathematical concepts. Math tutors facilitate student learning and help students better understand concepts or applications of mathematical course content.

Math tutors assist students and community members at all levels in improving their math and reasoning skills. This is accomplished through one-on-one tutoring and discussions of their mathematical work/goals. Student learning outcomes for tutoring focus on helping students to improve their understanding of math in the long-term and build success as a foundation for developing increasingly higher level math skills. The Math Lab promotes productive learning. Tutors individually dialogue with students about math concepts by answering questions as they arise or by helping students locate additional resources. Tutors foster a climate in which students are encouraged to engage in the process of learning, in order to not only solve individual math problems, but to build confidence in the ability to improve problem-solving approaches. Tutoring is by design intended to promote independent learning so that students are able to progress over time.

To thrive in this position candidates must enjoy mathematics and have the ability to break down complex concepts so that students of all levels can understand. Patience, a desire for helping others succeed, and an attitude of care are qualities that we look for while selecting students to join our math tutoring team!

Minimum Qualifications:

To work in the Upper Division Math Lab, applicants must have successfully completed (with B or higher) Calculus II & III. Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 with a 3.0 average in Math courses tutored.

Prior tutoring experience is preferred, but not required. Training provided upon hire.

Qualifications:
• Must possess excellent problem solving, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Enrolled in at least 6 credit hours in the current semester in the UA system.
• Ability to work a minimum of 4 hours of scheduled tutoring weekly.
• Prior enrollment in the course(s) to be tutored.
• Capacity to work with students with diverse backgrounds.
• Commitment to work the time promised.

Position Details:

This student assistant 2 position is located at University of Alaska campus in Anchorage. The position is part time, non-exempt with rate of pay $15.26 an hour.

This is a pooled position, which means that the position remains open over the entire academic year.

Special Instructions to Applicants: 

Please attach a resume, and the names and contact information of three (3) professional references with your application. 

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.

UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Helen Sale, HR Coordinator, at 907-786-6885.

All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.

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