Current Openings

• Graduate Student Coordinator for Tutoring

  Graduate Student Coordinator for Tutoring

  Position Description:

  Our graduate student coordinators for tutoring at the Academic Success and Tutoring Center work closely with our 115 + undergraduate peer tutors to provide support, supervision, and guidance. They facilitate multi-level peer tutor training programs, observe tutoring sessions and provide feedback on tutoring strategies, and help our peer tutors reach their fullest potential as “peer helpers.” They coordinate a peer leadership program aimed at helping our most experienced peer tutors mentor newer tutors on our staff. They also actively participate in recruiting, interviewing, and selecting student staff.  Graduate student coordinators for tutoring manage the center in the absence of professional staff. 

  Qualifications:

  Applicants must be enrolled in a graduate program at Stony Brook University. Ideal candidates for this position are organized, adaptable, resourceful, and creative; have excellent verbal and written communication skills; demonstrate effective public speaking skills; can work independently and as a team member; and have strong decision-making skills. Candidates must be flexible, team-oriented, and passionate about student success. Strong applicants enjoy helping others; have a high capacity for learning about and communicating policies, procedures, and information about various campus resources; can be productive in an environment with frequent distractions; and enjoy making on-the-spot decisions with the ultimate goal of helping students succeed. Peer tutoring experience is helpful, but not required. We will train you on peer tutoring strategies and philosophies. 

  This is an in-person position located on West Campus. 

  Work Hours: 

  Fall 2023 Semester: For the remainder of the fall semester, the position is a 10 hours/week commitment.
  You MUST BE AVAILABLE on Tuesdays from 12pm - 3pm and Fridays from 2pm - 5pm. The remaining hours must fall between Monday - Thursday 10am - 5pm.
  
  Winter Session: January 3rd - January 19th, the position will be 15-20 hours/week

  Spring 2024 Semester: The position will be 20 hours/week.
  Work hours will fall within the following hours: Monday  – Thursday 9am – 6:30pm & Friday 9am - 5pm
  One evening shift per week ending at 6:30pm is required. 

  Pay Rate: $18.25/hour
  Tuition remission, health insurance, retirement benefits, and housing are not available for hourly student assistant positions.

  Start Date:Mid October

  Position Length: We are looking for someone who can commit to working with the ASTC for multiple semesters.
  (Contingent on positive performance reviews and departmental funding)
  *The earliest graduation date that will be considered is May 2024. Preference will be given to those who can commit to working until May 2025. 

  Number of Current Openings: 1

  To Apply: Complete this application (You will need to upload your resume to this Google form.)

  Deadline: Open until filled

• Peer Tutor (COURSE-BASED)

  Peer Tutor (Course-Based Tutoring) - SPRING 2024

  Position Description: 
  Tutors help peers to succeed academically. They conduct tutoring sessions to clarify course content and provide study strategies. They are selected on the basis of academic skill, character, and the ability to communicate well with others.

  Qualifications:

  • Must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at Stony Brook University 
  • Have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0
  • Must have attained a B+ or better in the course at Stony Brook
  • Must be in good standing: No judicial or academic dishonesty charges
  • Must possess strong interpersonal communication skills and a desire to assist fellow students
  • Must provide a brief recommendation from the course instructor for each course that the student wishes to tutor

  Approximate # of Hours: Varies; Students can expect to commit about 6-7 hours/week to this position, including required weekly training. 

  Starting Pay Rate: $15.50/hour with pay increases available based on earned training certification level(s).

  Start Date: Spring 2024 - We are no longer accepting applications for the fall 2023 semester. 

  Application Deadline:  Applications accepting on a rolling basis. Your application will not be considered until you have at least one faculty recommendation on file.

  How to Apply: See our "Become a Tutor" page for application details