Peer Learning Assistants (PLAs) provide personalized academic support across a variety of courses through multiple tutoring modalities. They may engage in Drop-In sessions, offering one-on-one assistance, participate in Group sessions, where they work with students in varying numbers alongside faculty, or support Supplemental Instruction (SI), embedding themselves in a course and leading additional sessions outside of class to reinforce learning. 

The ideal candidate will offer individualized student support by working closely with students to deepen their understanding of course material. They will apply active learning strategies, such as facilitation and collaboration techniques, to promote peer engagement. Additionally, they will foster a welcoming and supportive environment, ensuring students feel comfortable seeking help. The candidate should also demonstrate content expertise, maintaining a strong grasp of course material and utilizing class resources effectively to enhance student learning.

Pay Rate: $13.15 per hour

Availability: 6-12 hours per week

Academic Requirements: Candidates must have completed the courses they wish to tutor at Missouri S&T, earning a B or higher, and must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.9–3.0 or higher. A faculty recommendation is also required. 

Flexibility in Tutoring Support: Tutors must be adaptable and willing to support any tutoring modality as needed to address gaps in coverage each semester. This flexibility ensures students receive the help they need while also providing tutors with opportunities to expand their experience and potentially increase their working hours. 

Drop-in Tutoring: Provide support for at least four courses, including core major courses as well as any of the following: Calculus I–III, General Chemistry I-II, and College & Engineering Physics I–II. 

Group Tutoring: Confidently lead sessions for groups of students while maintaining open communication with faculty to stay informed in order to provide relevant and effective support. 

Supplemental Instruction (SI): Attend course lectures to stay up to date with content. Meet regularly with faculty to discuss student progress and course expectations. Establish connections with students and promote SI sessions. Host up to three 1-hour support sessions per week for the assigned section. 

Administrative & Professional Development: Attend required meetings to stay informed on best practices, tutoring techniques, and SSC update

We invite academically inclined students from ALL fields to apply with a particular interest in tutors who can support core courses in the following areas: Physics, Civ. Eng., Chem/Chem Eng. Mech. Eng. and Computer Science for Group and Drop-in Tutoring.

Applications for the Fall 2025 semester are currently being accepted, with priority given to those reviewed starting April 21. Timely applications are highly encouraged. 

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Pay Rate: $12.15/hr

SSC Success Coaches provide individualized academic coaching to students covering various topics, such as study skills and time management. Coaches represent the SSC at various events and are the first contact with students entering the SSC. Other duties include the following:

• Working shifts at the SSC front desk with some weekends and evening events as required.
• Welcoming students, families, staff, and faculty as they enter the SSC
• Answering the phone and other questions
• Maintaining a high knowledge of available resources on campus and referring students to other campus departments, which may include walking students to the appropriate office/building
• Daily administrative tasks and general upkeep of the SSC
• Assist in tracking and recording keeping of the daily usage of the SSC
• Cultivating a supportive and enthusiastic environment within the SSC. 
• Monitoring student check-ins and managing records. 
• Encourage students to utilize the services provided by the SSC through different promotional events
• Work 6-10 hours/week.

• Outgoing personality with a passion for helping others
• Adhere to a strict schedule and maintain punctuality for all shifts. 
• Communicate effectively to convey various concepts and strategies. 
• Ability to attend required Monthly Staff Meetings
• Be knowledgeable about campus resources to aid students. 
• A willingness to perform daily administrative duties to maintain the SSC’s operational standards.
• Expected to support no less than 2 SSC programs, Admission’s Open House days and other cross-department collaboration opportunities throughout the semester (which may occur after hours or on weekends).
• The capacity to help create and find resources to be used for academic coaching.

Applications for the Spring 2025 semester are not currently being accepted.

Note: Applications for employment are not accepted via email. Please use the appropriate means above to submit your application. If there is not an active link to submit your application, it means applications are not being accepted.