The Student Tutor provides individual and group academic support to students requesting assistance with academic coursework. This position is part of the Academic Success Center’s efforts to foster student success through peer-to-peer learning.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Provide tutoring in approved subjects to individual students or small groups.
- Assist students in developing strong analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills.
- Manage tutoring sessions independently, including scheduling and maintaining a positive, professional rapport with students.
- Attend required training sessions and staff meetings.
- Adhere strictly to college guidelines regarding hiring, payroll, confidentiality, and tutoring protocols.
- Maintain accurate and timely communication with the supervisor about student progress and challenges.
- Seek supervisor approval before taking on tasks outside of regular tutoring duties.
- Represent Keuka College professionally, maintaining a courteous and respectful attitude toward all community members.
- Comply with FERPA regulations to maintain student confidentiality.
- Demonstrate regular, reliable attendance and complete other duties as assigned.
Physical & Scheduling Requirements:
- Evening and weekend availability is required.
- Attendance at training sessions and ongoing development is expected.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be a Keuka College student enrolled in the traditional on-campus undergraduate program.
- Must maintain a clear conduct record.
- Faculty referral required (verbal or written) for each course tutored.
- Grade of B+ or higher required in each course to be tutored.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- High level of integrity and confidentiality.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse student population, faculty, and staff.
- Comfortable working under pressure and managing occasional interruptions.
This job description provides an overview of the responsibilities and requirements for this position. Specific duties and responsibilities may evolve to meet the College’s needs.
Keuka College is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, this job description lists only those responsibilities and qualifications deemed essential.