ECON Tutor for Undergraduate Education, AY 2026-2027 University of California Merced
4 Merced, CA Job Details $22.14 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds Working with students Full Job Description The Office of Undergraduate Education tutors will serve as learning assistants for Econ in an open tutoring center format. Tutors increase course proficiency by assisting students in finding their own answers to questions and helping them learning methods to solve problems independently. Support is structured to reinforce course material, with a focus on grasping the content of courses and building student capacity to be successful in future courses. Tutors are responsible for creating an inclusive learning environment, greeting students and explaining the functions of the learning centers to new students. Staff are responsible for reviewing and understanding the Employee Handbook, attending pedagogical training events, mentoring new tutors and ensuring compliance with Center procedures. Qualifications Basic qualifications Overall GPA of 3.0 Grades of B or higher earned in tutored, or equivalent Excellent written and oral communication skills Ability to work effectively with students of diverse backgrounds, age groups and learning needs Possess patience and interest in assisting students Strong grasp of course concepts Completed courses required by subject
Econ Tutoring:
Econ 100 Application Requirements Document requirements Curriculum Vitae
- Your most recently updated C.V. Cover Letter
- Please include the courses you are available to tutor. Unofficial Transcripts Work Availability Authorization to Release Information Form
- As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.
"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer. Required Authorization of Information Release may be found at the linked page . Please complete, sign, and upload the required Authorization of Information Release to your application. Reference requirements 1 required (contact information only) Help contact: About UC Merced As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer. Please complete, sign, and upload the required Authorization of Information Release to your application: Required Authorization of Information Release Form . Candidates must possess valid authorization to work in the United States. UC Merced is not currently able to sponsor individuals residing outside the United States who would require a new H-1B visa for employment. Applicants who do not hold valid U.S. work authorization are presently ineligible for this position.
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UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy , the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy , and APM 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment . The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses. Ranked as one of the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report and recently designated as an R1 institution by Carnegie, UC Merced is committed to innovation and excellence in research. With over 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students (Center of Institutional Effectiveness) , UC Merced provides outstanding, inclusive educational opportunities to highly qualified students from the heart of California, the nation, and abroad. The campus has special connections to nearby Yosemite National Park; is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design; and supports the economic development of Central California. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. This includes the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs . Job location Merced, Ca
