This position is only open to current Pacific University Students.
Job Details
CLASS Peer Tutor II
Salary: $16.80/hour
Duration: July 1, 2026 through the 2026-2027 academic year, with possible continuation through final semester at Pacific
Location: Tran Library
This position provides peer tutoring at the Center for Learning and Student Success (CLASS). Primary responsibilities include:
Providing a welcoming and supportive environment for all students to work toward their academic goals with peer support.
Working as a guide to assist peers with understanding course content.
Assisting peers with adopting effective learning and study strategies.
Preparing for and facilitating individual and group tutoring sessions in person and/or online.
Promoting CLASS services through class presentations and other outreach activities.
Completing required tutor training, reading and responding to updates and communications from supervisor, and participating in CLASS meetings throughout the year.
Contributing to the peer tutoring program's success through adhering to CLASS policies and procedures, providing feedback to improve CLASS services, and participating in observations by supervisors.
Subject Areas
For the 2026-27 academic year, we are hiring undergraduate students to tutor in the following academic subject areas:
American Sign Language
Biology
Business (Accounting, Economics, Finance)
Chemistry
General Elementary Statistics
Japanese
Mathematics
Music
Physics
Social Statistics
Spanish
Writing
Actively seeking fluent Spanish speakers to tutor writing in English, but Spanish fluency is not required to apply to be a writing tutor.
Student Transferable Skills
Skills learned may include:
Identifying and solving complex problems
Effective tools for self-directed learning
Collaborative goal setting and achievement
Improved communication and listening skills
Planning and leading group activities
Important Application Information
Applicants are screened and qualified applicants are selected on an ongoing basis as applications are received. Applications received after open positions are filled will not be considered. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply for open positions as early as they are able.
Students with Federal Work Study funding will have priority in the hiring process, but all students who meet the qualifications are encouraged to apply.
A resume and cover letter are not required for this job application.
Application closing date: May 29, 2026
Contact: Cari Brooks, Undergraduate Peer Tutoring Manager, CariBrooks@pacificu.edu
Required Qualifications
Satisfactory academic standing - grade of A or B in the courses to be tutored
Satisfactory faculty recommendation
Ability to tutor for multiple courses per term
Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student
Available to attend and complete all required training meetings. All trainings are mandatory and no remote option will be provided for in-person sessions.
Asynchronous Training: up to four hours via Moodle during summer
In-Person: Thursday, August 28, 1:00-5:00 pm
In-Person: Tuesdays, September 1 - October 6, 11:30 am- 12:45 pm
Additional training will be required for writing tutors (days/times TBD)
Available to work a minimum of 3 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters, including evening and Sunday hours
Experience or interest in peer education and team building
Committed to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion through creating an environment where all learners are recognized, respected, and feel a sense of belonging
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to model effective learning and problem-solving strategies
Ability to solve problems collaboratively
Ability to provide meaningful feedback to peers
Highly dependable