Learning Commons
Apply to Work as a Math Tutor
Math Tutor Positions (Undergraduate and Graduate)
Math tutors work one on one and in small groups to foster students' understanding of math concepts, stimulate active learning, support them in meeting course outcomes, and illuminate insights into their learning processes and study skills. Tutors exemplify the core values of the Learning Commons and also support day-to-day operations in the service of all students. Successful applicants will be CWU students in good academic standing, will have earned at least 45 credits, including Math 173 (or approved equivalent) with a B or higher, by the end of the current term, and will undergo, if hired, ongoing training in math and tutoring pedagogy.
Our Math services coordinator typically reviews applications for undergraduate and graduate math tutors in the spring or near the start of the academic year. Interviews are held as needed until positions are filled. Although interviews may be held via phone or video, this is normally an Ellensburg campus position requiring local residence. If you meet the qualifications or wish to obtain more information, contact the Math services manager, Hannah Barta, at 509-963-1367 or by email, or stop by the Math Center, which is housed in the CWU Learning Commons on the ground floor of the Brooks Library.
Responsibilities
- Work weekly scheduled hours in the Math Center
- Assist students in developing conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, strategic competence, adaptive reasoning, and a productive disposition as related to math and course content
- Continually develop knowledge of and passion for the content being tutored
- Grow in abilities to communicate content to others, including patience and responsive listening
- Develop a mastery of tutoring methods
- Demonstrate effective study skills and behaviors, including math and information literacy
- Participate in all training sessions and staff meetings
- Exemplify and promote the missions and goals of the Math Center, the CWU Learning Commons, and CWU
- Maintain a clean work environment
- Maintain professional appearance and behavior in the center and around campus
- Check CWU email daily and respond to communication in a timely manner
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits of this Work
- Work in collaboration with a team to solve problems and meet goals
- Gain enhanced interpersonal communication and leadership skills
- Earn nationally recognized certification through the College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA)
- Develop knowledge of various math concepts and math-related disciplines
- Learn to train and mentor peers in your academic field
- Collaborate with people from various cultures and perspectives
- Work in an academic environment with a relaxing atmosphere
- Gain valuable academic experience and professional preparation
- Associate with students and faculty across campus
- Walk to work, just across the way from your classes and your residence
- Arrange shifts around your class schedule
- Feel wonderful about how you earn money for school
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