STEM Peer Tutor, Student Success Initiatives/Transfer Student Center

STEM Peer Tutor, Student Success Initiatives (SSI)/Transfer Student Center (TSC)

Position type 

On Campus Student Employment 

Work-Study program 

Yes
 

Job description: 2025-2026 SSI/TSC STEM Peer Tutor

A Student Success Initiatives (SSI)/Transfer Student Center (TSC) STEM Peer Tutor is a current UCI undergraduate STEM student who has excelled in a specific academic area and has been chosen to hold drop-in tutoring hours as well as individual tutoring hours for SSI/TSC student populations including: first-generation, low income, transfer, adult learners, English Language Learners, parenting students, and students with disabilities. SSI/TSC STEM Peer Tutors are responsible for facilitating students’ independent learning by actively involving students in the course material. Tutors foster active learning and develop students’ self-confidence by answering questions, encouraging students to share ideas and solutions through work on paper or whiteboards, facilitating small group activities, and using various questioning strategies. Tutors have the opportunity to make an important contribution towards SSI/TSC students' academic success. 

Pay: $19.28/Hour 

Hours: 8-10 hours per week 

Application Deadline: July 9, 2025

Interview Dates: July 14 - July 18, 2025

Job start date: September 15, 2025

Job end date: June 12, 2026

Peer Tutor, Student Success Initiatives (SSI)

Thank you for your interest. Please note that this position requires a one-year commitment (Fall, Winter, and Spring quarters). All submitted applications will be kept on file for future hiring needs. SSI/TSC STEM Tutors work on average 8 -10 hours per week. Tutors holding other on campus part-time positions must check to ensure their time does not exceed the 19 hour limit per week for work study purposes. 

Expectations / Requirements: 

• Be a current STEM undergraduate student at UCI
• Have a junior or senior standing during the 2025-2026 academic year (preferred).
• Cumulative GPA of 3.25 or above.
• Demonstrate sensitivity and understanding of diverse populations.
• A grade of “A” in the course(s) being tutored; those who can tutor multiple classes and entire series courses are competitive applicants.
• Be available to work 8-10 hours a week in person at the SSI office during the academic year
• Able to commit to the position for the entire 2025-2026 academic year 
• Attend weekly team meetings dates and times TBD
• Participate in SSI/TSC Student Staff Training Monday, September 15, 2025, to Friday, September 19, 2025.
• Attend quarterly check-ins with your supervisor.
• Completing the required Employment Eligibility Verification (I-9) requires you to provide documents that verify you are eligible to work in the USA.
• Communicate with others effectively and honestly via email in a timely manner.

SSI/TSC is looking to hire tutors in the following areas of specialization: 

• Biology: Bio Sci 97, 98, 99
• Chemistry: 1A, 1B, 1C, 1LC, 1LD, 51A, 51B, 51C, 51LC
• Math: 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B, 2D, 3A, 3D, 2E
• Physics: 2, 3A, 3B, 3C, 7C, 7D, 7E
• Writing: 50, 60, Human Core
• Statistics: 5, 6, 7, 8
• Study Skills

Roles & Responsibilities: 

• Conduct one-on-one tutoring sessions for SSI participants in designated subjects.
• Manage tutoring calendar for drop-in and scheduled appointments quarterly.
• Create and maintain pre-tutoring session forms to adequately prepare for scheduled tutoring sessions.
• Accurately and efficiently document meetings with students, ensuring accurate and comprehensive records of interactions and discussions.
• Attend and occasionally facilitate weekly team meetings, offering valuable insights into improving tutoring processes and strategies.
• Demonstrate and model scholarship, leadership, and a dedication of personal, professional, and social development
• Perform administrative duties, including data entry, email correspondence, and maintenance of attendance records
• Represent Student Success Initiatives (SSI) and the Transfer Student Center (TSC) at campus events by providing individuals with general program information.

How to apply: 

If you wish to apply, please upload your cover letter and resume through Handshake. Applications are due by July 9, 2025. Helpful Resume and Cover Letter templates.