Become a Tutor

Each semester, the Learning Commons hires dedicated and knowledgeable undergraduate students to join our Peer Tutoring team as peer tutors. This position offers the opportunity to assist fellow students in achieving academic success through personalized tutoring support.

Job Description 

• Attend on-boarding and orientation meetings, as requested, during the semester
• Provide tutoring support to students by reinforcing difficult concepts through group study, discussions, practice quizzes and effective study practices
• Record appointment notes in EAB after each tutoring session

Qualifications

• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
• Grade of A or B in the course(s) for which you want to tutor
• Demonstrated proficiency in the content of the course(s) for which you want to tutor
• Strong time management and organization skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail

Step 1: Application & Instructor Reference

If you believe you meet the required qualifications and can meet the job expectations listed above, please complete the Peer Tutoring University Tutor Application.

The application will ask for information about you, your interest in tutoring and your availability during the upcoming semester. You'll also need to provide one instructor reference and your résumé.

We recommend selecting an instructor who taught you in a course for which you want to tutor. We also encourage you to contact the instructor and ask for their permission to list them as a reference before you submit the application. 

When we receives your application, a Learning Commons staff member will email a recommendation form directly to the instructor.

Step 2: Interview

Qualified candidates will be invited to an in-person or Zoom interview.

• Interviews for fall semester tutoring positions are scheduled in April.
• Interviews for spring semester tutoring positions are scheduled in November.

Please be prepared to discuss your application, your experience and the courses for which you want to provide tutoring. If your interview will be conducted on Zoom, please ensure you're in a quiet, distraction-free environment.

Step 3: Hiring Decision & On-boarding

You'll be notified of our hiring decision via your UAlbany email address. If you're hired, the email will also include instructions for completing required paperwork, orientation, online tutoring training and other next steps.

The Learning Commons seeks dedicated, knowledgeable undergraduate students to become Supplemental Instruction Leaders. This paid position offers the opportunity to assist fellow students in achieving academic success through personalized tutoring support.

Job Description 

• Attend and participate in onboarding and monthly meetings
• Prepare and submit structured session plans for each session
• Conduct weekly sessions using effective learning strategies from the online tutor training course
• Regularly meet with the Learning Commons Director or appointed designee, as requested
• Provide valuable support to students by reinforcing difficult concepts through group study, discussions, practice quizzes, and effective study practices
• Host review sessions before exams or at the request of the Learning Commons
• Record attendance for review sessions

Hours (Eight to 10 hours per week)

• Attend lecture (one to three hours per week)
• Plan and lead sessions (one 90-minute weekly session or two 50-minute sessions per week)
• Hold one office hour each week to meet with students
• Hold two office hours for administrative tasks
• Attend one-hour debriefing meetings twice per month
• Attend monthly 90-minute professional development meetings

Qualifications

• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
• Grade of A or B in the selected course
• Demonstrated proficiency in the course(s) for which you want to tutor
• Strong time management and organization skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Great attention to detail

Step 1: Application & Instructor Reference

If you believe you meet the required qualifications and can meet the job expectations listed above, please complete the SI Leader Application.

The application will ask for information about you, your interest in tutoring, and your availability for the upcoming semester. You'll also need to provide one instructor reference and your résumé.

When we receive your application, a Learning Commons staff member will contact the faculty for a recommendation. 

Step 2: Interview

Qualified candidates will be invited to an in-person or Zoom interview. Please be prepared to discuss your application, your experience, and the courses for which you want to provide tutoring. If your interview will be on Zoom, please ensure you're in a quiet, distraction-free environment.

Step 3: Hiring Decision & On-boarding

You'll be notified of our hiring decision via your UAlbany email address. If you're hired, the email will also include instructions for completing required paperwork, orientation, online tutoring training, and other next steps.