About the role#
Peer Tutors act as student leaders within the Academic Support Center. You will provide course content-specific tutoring to fellow students, particularly in high-need subjects. You will also serve as a Learning Coach, helping peers build study skills and learning strategies to improve their grasp of course material.
What you'll do#
- Lead Peer Learning Groups and conduct one-on-one sessions to support adult development and academic responsibilities.
- Work with groups or individuals ranging from 1 to 3 or more students depending on demand.
- Attend scheduled supervision, administrative meetings, and training sessions.
- Complete the required 0-1 credit online asynchronous training course, COLL 21500, unless you qualify for an exemption.
What you'll need#
- A GPA of 3.0 or above and a faculty recommendation.
- Excellent judicial standing with no current Student Conduct violations.
- Strong communication skills and a commitment to student academic success.
- A genuine desire to grow and learn.
- One semester of course experience at Ithaca College.
- Majors in Psychology, Communications, or English are encouraged.
Location & details#
- Location: Ithaca, New York.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Available for Fall 2026, Winter 2026, and Summer 2026.
- Compensation: This is a paid position.
About Ithaca College
Ithaca College is a private liberal arts institution based in Ithaca, New York. Founded in 1892 as a music conservatory, the college now offers over 90 majors and 70 minors across five schools. It maintains a residential campus environment for a student body supported by approximately 2,881 employees. The institution emphasizes a combination of academic theory and practical performance.
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