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Mathematics Assistance Center (MAC) - B-Level Mentor (Spring 2024)

IU Indianapolis - School of Science
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Overview/General Information:  The Mathematics Assistance Center is a peer-to-peer tutoring center on IUPUI’s campus for selected math, statistics, business, and SPEA classes. This job requires you to tutor a selection of these courses. Every student enrolled in one of these selected classes is assessed a fee for the Mathematics Assistance Center that covers tutoring for the entire semester. We are a no-appointment needed, walk-in only facility with hours 6 days a week, Sunday-Friday.

B- Level Mentors must be able to tutor Math 11100, 11100, 15300, 15400, 15900

Qualifications/ Requirements:

  • Must have completed Math 15300 and 15400 or Math 15900.
  • This position requires being personable, handling stressful situations at times with patience, and being able to explain topics in different ways. Being willing to ask for help when you do not remember how to do something. Being a team player is essential. 

Compensation:

  • This is an Hybrid paid position
  • $800 scholarship (created to your Bursar Account 3 weeks after the semester starts)
  • $12/hr
  • Renewable for 4 semesters (Associate Director's Discretion)

Duties/ Responsibilities:

  •  6.5 hrs/week on floor tutoring other students      
  •  Homework (every 2 weeks)
  •  1 sit-in per week (attend a B-level class)
  •  UCOL Class (Once per week)                                 
  •  Fall/Spring Semester- required to work one Final Exam Jam night (end of semester)
  • Attend Our orientation at the beginning of each semester.
  • Complete an online training called Tutorlingo.
  • Any additional trainings or meetings as needed.

*Specific duties and responsibilities for hourly vs. scholarship will be discussed during interview

No mentors during Summer Sessions. Will have to become a tutor then you can return to a mentor in the fall.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Communicator – Students will learn how to be better communicators by building relationships with peers and fellow students. Individuals in this position will improve their active listening skills by interacting with and assisting other students in their understanding of mathematics.
  • Problem Solver – Students will collaborate with peers in improving the their math skills. They will use active listening as well as previous experience to assist other students in the quest for a better understanding of mathematics.