Student-Athlete Tutoring Program

How Do I Become a Tutor?

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledgeable and proficient in subject area
• Minimum of A- achieved in subject area
• Minimum overall GPA of 3.3
• Exemplary written and oral communication skills
• Good time management skills, with attention to detail when completing paperwork

Description of Duties

• Provide individual or group tutoring in the area of expertise
• Attend training and other workshops
• Frequently check email for appointments and other critical information
• Communicate professionally with student athletes and tutoring staff
• Correctly submit all documentation, reports, and timesheets in a timely manner
• Follow all NCAA and office guidelines with regards to tutoring, as taught during training

Benefits of being a Tutor

• Gain professional experience
• Monetary compensation for the services offered
• Convenient hours: work around current semester’s class schedule
• Have an opportunity to become a certified tutor

Application Process

If interested in becoming a tutor for AASD, please e-mail Erin MacDiarmid the following information:

• UB transcript or DARS report, documenting all relevant coursework
• Listing of available hours that you can tutor
• UB Person Number

An interview may be granted if you meet the criteria listed above.  Tutors are hired on an as-needed basis with regards to schedule availability, class coverage needed, and current semester demand.