Student - Learn to Be Virtual Tutor (Work Study Only)

Southern New Hampshire University is a team of innovators. World changers. Individuals who believe in progress with purpose. Since 1932, our people-centered strategy has defined us — and helped us grow a team that now serves over 180,000 learners worldwide.

Our mission to transform lives is made possible by talented people who bring diverse industry experience, backgrounds and skills to the university. And today, we're ready to expand our reach. All we need is you.

The opportunity

At SNHU, you'll have the option to work remotely in the following states: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin and Wyoming.

Southern New Hampshire University is seeking student employees to fill the role of Virtual Tutor for our partner organization Learn to Be. Learn To Be offers a flexible, fully remote opportunity for college students with Federal Work Study to serve as virtual tutors. In this role, you'll work 1-on-1 with the same student(s) each week, building meaningful connections and helping them grow academically over time. You’ll set your own schedule, choose the grade levels and subjects you're most comfortable tutoring, and even select the students you’d like to work with. Whether you prefer working with younger students or focusing on specific subjects, you’ll have the freedom to create a tutoring experience that fits you. No prior tutoring or teaching experience is required, and students from all majors are welcome to apply! Tutors must be comfortable conducting sessions over Zoom. For safety and quality assurance, all sessions are recorded and reviewed as needed.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Maintain a responsive line of communication with your student and their parent/guardian
  • Host tutoring sessions at least once a week for 60 minutes with each student
  • Support your student/s through homework help, test prep, study skills, etc.
  • Act as a mentor, not just a tutor

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Current enrollment in classes as part of a SNHU degree program
  • Work study part of financial aid package
  • Students with work study may be prioritized
  • College/University student awarded Federal Work Study
  • Reside in the United States
  • Consent to a DOJ Dru Sjodin Sex Offender Database Background check
  • Complete all Learn To Be FWS Tutor onboarding
  • Be able to work in a distraction free environment

Learning Outcomes:

  • Time management
  • Empathy
  • Communicating effectively with individuals from varying backgrounds

    Work Schedule: flexible - FWS students will make their own schedule, with popular tutoring times being late afternoon, evenings and weekends.

    We believe real innovation comes from inclusion - where different experiences, perspectives and talents are celebrated. So if you're wondering whether SNHU is right for you, take the leap and apply. You might be just the person we're looking for.

    Compensation

    The hourly pay range for this position is $12.00 - $15.00. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations.
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