Math Jack Tutor
Job Vacancy Number: 3586148 | All on-campus jobs can be Federal Work-Study jobs
Position Overview:
Math Jack Tutors are an integral part of instruction and assists students, faculty, and staff in implementing the course content and philosophies of the Lumberjack Mathematics Center program.
- Hiring preference given to those able to work peak demand shifts.
- Now Hiring for upcoming Fall '20 positions.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Independently provide individual and/or group coaching and mentoring to students in assigned subject areas.
- Assisting students with the development of study skills.
- Assisting Graduate Teaching Assistants and/or faculty in LMC classrooms with related projects and assignments as needed.
- Grading homework, answering student questions regarding course content.
- Proctoring tests for groups up to 75 students, monitoring academic integrity.
- Attending informational/training meetings as scheduled/ required.
- Maintaining accurate timekeeping including the Webclock system and submission of paper time sheets on time.
- Ability to spontaneously explain and illustrate concepts in multiple ways and contexts, creating supplemental study materials as needed, knowledge of the content of all four LMC courses; tailoring materials and examples to student learning style.
- Accepting feedback from the evaluation process and exhibiting improvement.
- Knowing, following, and communicating LMC policies and procedures.
- Support the LMC mission of supporting independent learning and creating an environment for student success.
- Demonstrates knowledge of multiple math software programs, including MyMathLab, ALEKS, WebWork and general knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet programs.
- Model MAT 114 Course projects knowledge for class assignments covering analysis of data using spreadsheets for both peers and students; knowledge of bar graphs, pie charts, scatterplots and linear regression.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be an active NAU student (i.e. enrolled in classes and degree- or certification-seeking)
- Must have and maintain at least a 3.0 grade point average (GPA)
- Must have Sophomore status or above (or current Freshman status with MAT 136 expected complete by start of term for Fall '20 employment)
- Must have completed MAT 136 OR MAT 125 and STA 270 with an "A" or "B"
- Must be able to work a minimum of 8 hours per week
- Must be able to attend weekly tutor training meetings, tentatively scheduled for Wednesday 4:00-5:30 PM, begins 1st week of fall term.
Federal Work-Study (FWS) Eligible students are encouraged to apply.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- A commitment to helping students succeed
- An interest in understanding student concerns
- An ability to establish supportive relationships
- The capacity to be responsible with minimal supervision
- The possession of good study habits and communication skills
- The capacity to be sensitive, empathetic, and helpful
Additional Information:
Successful applicants are expected to complete the LMC Tutor training and MAT 108 , MAT 114 and MAT 125 content tests and MAT 114 projects within the first semester of employment.
Complete applications include:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Transcript (unofficial)
- Recommendation from a current/former NAU Faculty Member (Applicants will be required to provide reference from Math Department instructor once they are selected for an interview)
Supplemental Questions:
In your attached cover letter, please address the following items:
- Which semester(s) you are applying for
- Your interest in tutoring
- Your experience working with diverse populations
- Your tutoring experience
Equal Employment Opportunity
Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples. EEO Law Poster. NAU is an Employer of National Service. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service alumni are encouraged to apply.