The Learning Effectiveness Program (LEP) at the University of Denver is now hiring tutors for the upcoming 2024-2025 academic year. We need tutors who have a strong background in college-level Business, Engineering/Computer Science, Humanities, Languages, Mathematics, Science, and Social Sciences from entry-level to advanced level. This position works under the direction of the Tutoring Coordinator and LEP Associate Director. LEP Tutors assist students in building confidence, independence, and academic skills in a one-on-one setting. Tutors are also responsible for providing students with access to resources that will encourage them to achieve academic goals.
Position Summary
All LEP Tutors fall under the direct supervision of the LEP Tutoring Coordinator. Each tutor is assigned to a Lead Tutor who will act as their tutor mentor during their time as an LEP Tutor.
The Learning Effectiveness Program is a unique program that serves students who are neurodiverse learners. Our students are individuals who require competent and skilled tutors to assist them in learning the academic, and some non-academic, skills needed to be successful here at DU. All new tutors must complete the online New Tutor Orientation training as well as the first 5 hours of the CRLA Certification. The Learning Effectiveness Program participates in the College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA) Level I and Level II Certification (https://crla.net/index.php/certifications/ittpc-international-tutor-training-program), we expect that each tutor will participate in the required training activities to maintain our LEP tutoring standards and CRLA Level I AND II Certification status. These activities include, but are not limited to:
- Complete the online LEP New Tutor Orientation to become familiar with LEP students’ needs, working with neurodiversity, and learning to apply the principles of Universal Design for Learning in tutoring sessions.
- Work toward earning the necessary 10 hours of CRLA Level I Certification training during the first year as an LEP Tutor.
- Attend any/all supplemental trainings throughout the year as directed by the Tutoring Coordinator.
- Complete AT LEAST 25 hours of tutoring during the academic year to meet the CRLA Level I requirements.
- Attend any one-on-one meetings as requested by the Tutoring Coordinator.
Hours worked are based on student request during fall, winter, and spring quarters unless approved by the Tutoring Coordinator.
This is a non-benefited position not to exceed 1,000 hours in a calendar year.
LEP Tutor Essential Functions
- Effectively tutors in a one-on-one environment.
- Assists students in becoming self-sufficient, independent learners.
- Collaborates with LEP Academic Counselors to meet the learning needs of the students.
- Actively maintain and update Availability on Accudemia- our tutoring scheduling software.
- Updates appointment information (changes, cancellations, etc.) within 24 hours.
- Helps students clarify questions so they know why they were having trouble with the material.
- Gives students academic tips and tools they can use after they graduate from DU.
- Helps students think critically about the course material.
- Helps students explore new ways of learning.
- Helps students develop a growth mindset so that they don’t feel "stuck" with their learning methods.
- Helps students stay accountable before and during tutoring appointments.
- Completes all Tutoring Assessments in a timely manner and clearly communicates what was covered in the session and the resulting outcomes.
- Communicates via phone, email, or in-person on a consistent basis with the Tutoring Coordinator/Lead Tutor to update them with any questions, comments, or concerns they may have regarding LEP tutoring.
- Keeps schedule updated and actively communicates with Tutoring Coordinator, students, and Lead tutor regarding cancellations of appointments.
- Additional tasks as needed and requested by the Tutoring Coordinator.
- LEP Tutors must meet expectations of LEP Department, Tutoring Coordinator, and are subject to termination after violating policies and procedures, receiving over three negative feedback reports from students, or any other violations or behavior deemed inappropriate by the Tutoring Coordinator.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to learn how to tutor students in a one-on-one environment.
- Ability to implement principles of Universal Design for Learning when working with neurodiverse learners.
- Ability to work with students who are experiencing anxiety and stress.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Excellent and proactive communication skills.
- Able to adapt tutoring behaviors based on best practices and LEP needs.
Required Qualifications
Student Tutors
- Current DU Students Must apply through PCO.
- LEP Student Tutors must be currently enrolled in DU classes.
- Undergraduate students: Must be in Sophomore year or higher.
- Tutors must have a 3.0 GPA or higher in the specific subject to be tutored and must provide the Tutoring Coordinator with a letter of recommendation from a faculty/staff member within their field.
- Be willing to adapt tutoring behaviors based on best practices and LEP needs.
Community Tutors
- LEP Community Tutors must have at least 1 year of demonstrated experience in the subjects they want to tutor.
- Be willing to adapt tutoring behaviors based on best practices and LEP needs.
Preferred Qualifications
Student Tutors
- Graduate level student.
- Prior tutoring experience.
- Experience working with students from neurodiverse backgrounds.
Community Tutors
- Prior tutoring experience.
- Experience working with students from neurodiverse backgrounds.
Work Schedule
This is a part-time, non-benefitted positions. The hours for this position are flexible. Tutors can set their hours of availability but will only be paid for actual tutoring time. Tutor hours are dependent up on student appointment requests. There are other paid opportunities such as Prep time, Admin time, and time spent on professional development activities required by the Tutoring Coordinator. Tutors may not work over 40 hours per week, or 80 hours per 2-week pay period.
All new tutors are required to complete the New Tutor Orientation online training and the CRLA Level 1 (Basics of Tutoring) online training before they will be allowed to begin tutoring.
Work Environment
- Multiple options available: Small, Individual tutoring rooms, Medium sized tutoring rooms with multiple sessions occurring, and Large tutoring space for Drop-in and scheduled appointments occurring.
- Stress level fluctuates throughout 10-week quarters from low to moderate to high.
- Noise level is quiet on our floor.
- Virtual appointments are allowed, but tutors must also have and offer in-person availability.
Physical Activities
- Ability to sit in front of a computer for an extended period.
Application Deadline
This position will remain open until filled. LEP Tutoring applications will be accepted a quarter ahead of time. For example, if tutors are needed for the Fall Quarter, then the application will be live starting in the Summer Quarter. Please submit the required materials listed below in order to be considered.
Special Instructions
Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
Hourly Range
Student Tutors
The hourly range is $18.29 - $21.25.
This position is eligible for federal work-study, which requires eligibility through the Financial Aid Office. This position is also open to non-work study funded students.
Community Tutors
The hourly range is $18.29 - $21.25.
The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, available market information, and course enrollment, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.
Benefits
The University of Denver offers some benefits for non-benefited employees. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.
Please include the following documents with your application:
- Cover letter
- Resume or CV including professional/academic references.
- Letter of Recommendation from Faculty, Staff, or current/prior Supervisor attesting to applicant's fit as a tutor.
- Copies of unofficial transcripts from all current and prior institutions.
The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital, family, or parental status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University of Denver does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital family, and parental status, pregnancy, genetic information, military enlistment, or veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the University’s educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; the Equal Pay Act; the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Workers' Rights ("POWR") Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver’s Non-Discrimination Statement.
All offers of employment are based upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.