Math Tutor

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title Math Tutor Department Center for Academic Support Appointment Term Academic Year (August - May) FLSA Non-Exempt Job Summary

The Math Tutor will provide academic assistance to students through one-on-one tutoring or small group tutoring in person at the Center for Academic Support or online via Zoom.

Essential Duties

• Provide academic assistance to students through one-on-one tutoring or small group tutoring in person at the CAS or online via Zoom
• Complete rigorous training the first semester to cover clerical responsibilities, discipline knowledge, course content, and tutoring techniques
• Operate the CAS front desk, which includes greeting clients, answering phones, logging clients in and out, and other light clerical tasks
• Build on their knowledge foundation by studying materials and completing exercises that further their understanding of the disciplines tutored
• New fall 2026 math tutors will be embedded in general studies math courses as part of a Circle In Pilot program

Required Qualifications

• MoWest Student
• Degree Seeking
• Enrolled at least part-time
• Must have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Received an A or B in college credit Math courses.
• Recommendation by the two (2) MWSU faculty members

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants with MAT 110, 111, 116, and upper level course expertise or with two college credit math courses

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong math skills
• Strong communication skills

Physical Demands Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Additional Demands

• Possible online tutoring.
• Must have access to a stable internet connection and a device with working camera, microphone, and speakers

Location where duties are to be performed

(CAS) Center for Academic Support, Hearnes 213

Federal Work Study Not Required Hours of Work

• Up to 15 hours per week
• Hours will vary based on the demand for math tutoring throughout the semester
• Desired start date: 08/19/2026 (Fall Semester)

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number ST288P Number of Vacancies 6 Open Date 07/20/2026 Priority Deadline 12/18/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions Summary

This position can hire a student who does or does not qualify for Federal Work Study eligibility. For more information on Federal Work Study eligibility, contact Student Financial Services. (Eder Hall 103; 816-271-4361; website)

Review of candidates and interviews will begin immediately until filled. Tutors are hired based on student demand throughout the academic year.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Are you a current MoWest student?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you degree-seeking?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you enrolled at least part-time?

• Yes

• No

• • What is your cumulative GPA?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Are you eligible for Federal Work Study?

• Yes

• Don't know

• No

• • Please list your declared Major and/or Minor, credit hours completed and your cumulative GPA.

(Open Ended Question)

• • List the Math classes you have taken.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Please list two (2) faculty members who would recommend you as a math tutor.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Please provide a written statement telling why you are interested in being a math tutor at the Center for Academic Support.

(Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Professional References (3-5 with contact information)

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Course Schedule