OPS Strategy Tutor - The Hawkins Center

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

The purpose of the Strategy Program is to help student-athletes who are struggling academically find success and develop independence.

• Demonstrate the ability to motivate and provide academic support strategies to student-athletes such as time management, organization, test-taking, developing a writing process, scaffolding, etc.
• Act professionally at all times and serve as a positive role model
• Have the willingness to comply with UAA, NCAA and UF rules
• Attend mandatory trainings
• Maintain thorough knowledge of what constitutes a violation of the rules
• Report concerns about students to the Learning Specialist(s) and/or Academic Counselor
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, colleagues, and students
• Show reliability with time commitments

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Be enrolled as a graduate or PhD student and/or working professional in his/her field

• Good time management skills with attention to detail when completing paperwork/tutoring reports

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• All applicants must submit, in addition to their online application: a current resume. The resume can be attached to the online application in the 'Uploads' section. Please note that this is a part-time position without benefits.

• When adding any personal references, the University Athletic Association asks that applicants please refrain from contacting anyone through our recruitment system when prompted to send an email. Please contact personal references directly.

WE ARE PROUD TO BE A DRUG-FREE, TOBACCO-FREE WORKPLACE

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

What is the pay?The pay level varies depending on experience, educational background and other factors.How many hours per week will be required?Hours will vary depending on tutor time availability and student demands for services.Where does tutoring occur?All tutoring takes place in The Otis Hawkins Center for Academic & Personal Excellence located inside Farrior Hall on campus. Hours of operation are below.     Fall and Spring: Monday- Thursday 8am – 10pm, Friday 8am – 5pm and Sunday 4-10pm.     Summer A: Monday- Thursday 8:30am – 9pm and Friday 8:30am – 3pm.     Summer B: Monday- Thursday 8:30am – 10pm, Friday 8:30am – 3pm, Sunday 6-9pm.Can I tutor if I have another job on campus?Yes. The University Athletic Association is a separate entity from UF. All tutors must complete UAA HR paperwork and attend a new tutor orientation even if they are a UF employee.How will I be notified if I am considered for a tutoring position?Applicants will be contacted via e-mail if their qualifications match with our current tutor needs. Note: If an applicant does not hear from us, it means their skills are not needed for the current semester. There is no need to resubmit an application since all applications will be placed in a file for future consideration.What happens if I am selected to be a tutor?If an applicant is selected, they will be contacted by a member of the Learning Services staff. Candidates will then attend a UAA tutorial orientation. They will also be required to attend a mandatory compliance and new hire orientation. During the orientation, they will learn about all tutorial procedures.

We will carefully review application materials and match applicants with our current areas of need. Qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview. Please note that applications are accepted and reviewed year-round. If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9. You will also be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.