(Student Position) Peer Tutor

Northern Wyoming Community College District -
Sheridan, WY

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Job Details

$12 an hour

Benefits

On-the-job training

Qualifications

Experience working with post-secondary students
Biology
Some college
Nursing
Statistics
Student resource provision
Computer Science
Administration student referral
Student record keeping
Study skills training for test preparation
Filing
Client file management
Mathematics
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
Student engagement techniques
Small group instruction
Computer science tutoring
Online learning environment experience
Online tutoring
Working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds
Experience working with undergraduate students
Collaboration with other professionals for student support
Teaching engineering
Remote training
One-on-one peer support
Communication skills
Entry level
Critical thinking teaching method
Time management

Full Job Description

Position Details

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Job Title

(Student Position) Peer Tutor

Department

Academics SC

Location

Sheridan

Posting Category

Student - Sheridan

Desired Start Date

08/25/2026

Hourly Rate (if applicable)

$12.00

Hiring Range

Full Salary Range

Benefits Summary

N/A

Months Worked Annually

Typical Work Schedule

This position is for the 2026-2027 academic year.
Multiple positions available in a wide range of subjects including

A & P, Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, Music Theory,

Nursing, Computer Science, Mathematics, and Statistics; Flexible hours, based on class schedule

Position Information

Posting Number

20150991P

Job Posting Date

04/13/2026

Initial Review Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Job Summary

Peer tutors and Writing Center staff support academic progress of students by identifying learning challenges and reinforcing critical thinking. They identify learning challenges, provide academic insight, and develop study skills with students by working with them one-on-one in their respective areas of expertise. Please include in your cover letter the area in which you prefer to tutor.

Reports To

Director of Library Services

Education/Qualifications

Good Conduct and Academic Standing with the college – cumulative GPA of 3.0+
Sheridan College Student – currently enrolled
Recommendation from an instructor and supporting academic documents

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Solid knowledge in subject area
Excellent interpersonal skills demonstrated by effective oral and written communication
Professional demeanor and ability to work respectfully with diverse student populations
Personable, reliable, confident and able to work independently
Ability to creatively engage students in learning course content, developing study strategies & demonstrating time management skills
Willingness to learn new skills and prioritize on-the-job-training
Aptitude for generating positive learning outcomes from one-on-one interactions with peer

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

Tutoring sessions take place in Kooi Library, Monday through Friday, working with your class schedule. In some cases, tutoring can be remote or on another location on Sheridan Campus with directors’ approval

About Northern Wyoming Community College District

Experience

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please include in your cover letter the area in which you prefer to tutor.

Job Duties

These are the job duties for required of the position.

Percentage of time

100%

Responsibility/Duty

Meet with students individually or in small groups both face-to-face and online
Integrate study strategies to promote independent learning
Collaborate with other members of academic support team, actively participate in training and staff meetings
Keep accurate records of tutoring sessions, file client reports, and ensure sessions are entered in tracking system
Attend required training and complete assigned tutorials for professional development
Support students with various learning abilities and generate referrals to appropriate campus resources
Maintain FERPA compliance

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