Non-College Work-Study| Peer Tutor, Academic Support Center

University of Houston - Downtown

Houston, TX

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Canvas, Communication Skills, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Houston, TX
POSTED
1 day ago

Non-College Work-Study| Peer Tutor, Academic Support Center

  • 496537
  • Part-Time
  • Closing on: Aug 12 2026
  • Academic Support Center

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Department: Academic Support Center Salary: $14.00 per hour

Description:

The Academic Support Center peer tutor helps students understand course content and model effective study strategies. Peer tutors use online scheduling software to report on appointments and drop-in visits, facilitate workshops, and support student promotional events. Peer Tutors are responsible for attending training and departmental meetings.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Must have effective communication skills
  • Must have the ability to multi-task and interact professionally with students, faculty, and staff
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Canvas, and other applications
  • Must be a self-starter in exercising initiative
  • Must be willing to work mornings, midday, evenings, and weekends

Qualifications:

  • Must be a current UHD student and in good standing with the university
  • Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
  • Earned grade of B or higher in the assigned tutorial courses

Email one faculty recommendation letter to academicsupportcenter@uhd.edu

Required Attachments by Candidate: Resume, Cover Letter/Letter of Application

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.

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