This is a student position responsible for providing academic services through tutoring assigned student-athletes individually and in small groups. Works under close supervision, with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

1. Ability to conceptualize and convey information covered in classes with patience and consistency.

2. Ability to identify and utilize appropriate motivators when meeting with student-athletes.

3. Ability to communicate professionally and courteously to university faculty and staff, students, and the general public.

4. Ability to maintain flexible hours including evenings and/or weekends as necessary.

The minimum education required for admittance as a student at Stephen F. Austin State University.

A minimum of 30 credit hours must be earned prior to employment. Tutors must have completed course or a higher level course in the same subject area with a grade of B or better at SFA in order to tutor on the subject.

No direct tutoring experience is required. Training and instruction will be provided.

A student must be enrolled in six or more semester hours to be eligible for student employment during the fall or spring semesters. To be eligible for student employment during the summer, a student must be enrolled in three or more semester hours or be registered for courses in the upcoming fall semester.

Student assistants may not hold any other type of position such as a graduate assistantship or temporary casual employment at the same time that they are employed as a student assistant.

Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.