Peer Tutor, Study & Research (On-Site San Diego, CA)

Peer Tutor, Study & Research Skills (On-Site)

Student Support, Engagement & Belonging

Student Affairs

Non-Exempt, Contingent 1, Part-Time, Pay Grade Stateside Contingent 1

Hourly Pay Rate: $16.50 (undergraduate) / $19 (graduate)

Location: San Diego, CA

University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) seeks accomplished UMGC students to work on-site as part-time peer tutors for UMGC undergraduate students at UMGC San Diego. Tutoring will be offered on-site at San Diego, CA via scheduled appointment and drop-in availability. Ideal candidates will demonstrate high-level skills in study strategies and basic research methods and be prepared to support undergraduate students across a wide range of courses and disciplines.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE UMGC PEER TUTOR INCLUDE: 

• Promote a professional, respectful, and safe learning environment
• Work more closely with English language learners

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Provide support in study skills, organization skills, time management, reading comprehension, and basic research skills as a UMGC student peer tutor to undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in UMGC courses
• Provide clarification, examples, and tutorials that support the student in improving their study skills, problem-solving strategies, and authentic learning
• Create, update, and present guidelines and other resources related to study skills, organization skills, time management, reading comprehension, and basic research skills for students
• Refer students to specific subject tutors for questions about course concepts related to assigned readings, projects, or homework assignments
• Refer students to the library for additional support in research and citation
• Promote a professional, respectful, and safe learning environment
• Work more closely with English language learners

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Be a current undergraduate or graduate student at UMGC with a minimum of two consecutive semesters completed not more than a year ago
• A grade of “A” in any version of PACE (for undergraduate candidates)
• Able to demonstrate fair knowledge of good study skills, reading comprehension, and basic research skills
• Fair knowledge in the use of Microsoft Word and PowerPoint to create content material (e.g., one-pagers and presentations)
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and verbal and written communication skills in English
• Ability to clearly communicate step-by-step instructions in verbal and written formats
• Ability to work closely with students to ensure student success
• Ability to work with diverse student populations

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Letter of recommendation or referral from a UMGC faculty member
• Background in teaching, tutoring, and/or other type of learning support experience initiatives in a face-to-face environment

WHO WE ARE AND WHO WE SERVE

UMGC—one of 11 degree-granting institutions in the University System of Maryland (USM)—is a mission-driven institution with seven core values that guide us in all we do. At the top of the list is "Students First," and we strive to do just that for our 90,000 students at home and abroad. From its start in 1947, UMGC has demonstrated its commitment to adult learners. We recognize that adult students need flexibility and options. UMGC is proud to be a global, 24-hour, institution of higher learning. 

The typical UMGC student is an adult learner juggling a career, family, and other priorities. Roughly 80% work full time, half are parents, and half are minority students. They are continuing their education to better themselves, their families, and their professional opportunities. UMGC is also a leading higher education provider to the U.S. military, enrolling 55,000 active-duty service members, reservists, National Guard members, veterans, and family members annually. We are proud of our military heritage and are committed to this service.