Temporary - Athletics Academic Tutor (Pool) (Job Id: 44458)

Job ID: 44458

Location: undefined

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have at least 45 credit hours earned toward an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university
• Must have at least a 3.000gpa towards at least an undergraduate degree
• Earned a final grade of B or better in the classes you are applying to tutor, which can be verified on an official transcript
• Provide official transcripts for all higher education institutions attended
• Ability to communicate proficiently in English (written and oral)
• Ability and willingness to work at least 10 hours a week
• Provide at least 2 references with at least one being a faculty/staff member at a university.  Other references should be former employers, professors that can speak to your abilities in the classroom, or someone who can speak to your abilities to tutor.  References cannot be personal references, peers, friends, current tutors, or current students.

The University of Louisville Athletic Department is seeking qualified Academic Tutor candidates to provide instructional support in academic content areas and study skill needs for student-athletes. This position will report to the Assistant Director of Academic Services, Tutorial Coordinator.

Job Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement weekly sessions with students to promote independent learning.
• Communicate effectively with the students.
• Identify and address study skill needs for students in the context of the tutorial session.
• Prepare and submit accurate records of sessions with student-athletes within 24 hours of the tutoring session in the GradesFirst Database.
• Maintain a high level of knowledge in academic area by prepping prior to your session to keep your skills in the subject matter sharp.
• Know and comply with policies of the Thorntons Academic Center of Excellence that govern the tutoring of student-athletes, particularly NCAA regulations.
• Comply with the University's FERPA and Sexual Harassment guidelines.
• Work with Academic Counselors and Staff to ensure success of the student-athlete.
• Attend tutor training and meetings as required, completing at least 25 hours of tutoring per semester for CRLA (College Reading & Learning Association) Level I Tutor Certification.
• Additional duties assigned by Tutorial Coordinator.

The Athletics Department is committed to creating equitable and inclusive campus environments that accelerate the success of the full range of our students and employees. We believe that employees who feel valued and respected will create policies, programs, practices, research agendas, and services to effectively meet the needs and exceed the expectations of the increasingly diverse student populations we admit and hope to serve.

The Athletics Department encourages candidates to apply who have demonstrated capacity to create inclusive work environments, will work effectively on increasingly diverse teams, and will serve the increasingly diverse students we admit and want to attract.

The University of Louisville is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, or veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact the Employment team at [email protected] or 502.852.6258.

To apply for this position, follow the "Online App. Form" link below and then click on the "Apply Now". You must answer all required fields and submit your application by clicking the "Submit" button.  Detailed instructions are available at louisville.edu/jobs in the "My Career Tools" section.  Vacancies are routinely removed from the jobs portal around 7:00PM each Monday.

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If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at [email protected] or by phone 502-852-6258.