CASA Student Success Tutor

University of New Mexico

NM

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Academic Research, Administrative Skills, Best Practices, Canvas, Coaching, Customer Support/Service, Documentation, Educational Technology, Learning Management System (LMS), Mentoring, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Record Keeping, Set Goals, Student Services, Team Lead/Manager, Test Strategy, Time Management, Training/Teaching, eLearning
LOCATION
NM
POSTED
29 days ago

Tutoring & Academic Support

  • Provide individualized and small-group tutoring to students across a variety of academic disciplines.
  • Assist students in developing effective study skills, learning strategies, and academic habits.
  • Support students in improving comprehension, critical thinking, problem-solving, and course-related skills.
  • Reinforce classroom learning through guided practice, review, and academic coaching.
  • Encourage student confidence, independence, and self-advocacy in the learning process.

Student Success Programming

  • Develop and facilitate workshops in collaboration with CASA staff and faculty, including:
  • Study skills and note-taking strategies
  • Time management and organization
  • Test preparation and test-taking strategies
  • Goal setting and academic planning
  • Reading comprehension and learning strategies
  • Student success and college navigation skills
  • Assist with peer-led study groups and learning sessions.
  • Adapt workshop content to meet the needs of diverse student populations.

Collaboration & Program Support

  • Collaborate with CASA staff, advisors, faculty, and student support personnel to promote student success and retention.
  • Refer students to appropriate campus resources when additional support is needed.
  • Participate in meetings, training sessions, and planning activities.
  • Contribute to initiatives that strengthen student engagement, persistence, and completion.

Training & Professional Development

  • Complete required tutor training and certification requirements.
  • Participate in ongoing professional development related to tutoring, mentoring, student success, and academic support services.
  • Remain informed about tutoring best practices and campus resources.

Technology & Academic Skills Support

  • Assist students with:
  • Canvas Learning Management System
  • University systems and applications
  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Basic educational technologies and online learning tools
  • Provide support for presentations, research projects, and academic assignments.

Administrative & Program Support

  • Maintain accurate tutoring records and documentation.
  • Assist with scheduling, attendance tracking, and program reporting as requested.
  • Maintain organized and welcoming tutoring and study spaces.
  • Support general CASA operations and student service activities.

Outreach & Engagement

  • Participate in outreach activities, special events, and student engagement initiatives.
  • Promote CASA tutoring services and student success programs.
  • Foster a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment for all students.

Work Location

  • Center for Academic Success & Achievement (CASA)
  • UNM-Taos Campus

About the Company

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University of New Mexico

Why work at UNM?


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Positions


UNM has a number of positions available for staff, faculty, and student employees in various academic fields and levels of experience. Everyone hired into the UNM community serves a vital role in supporting our mission. We’re here to educate and encourage students to develop the values, habits of mind, knowledge, and skills that they need to be enlightened citizens, contribute to the state and national economies, and lead satisfying lives.

COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Education
FOUNDED
1889
WEBSITE
http://www.unm.edu/