Undergraduate Learning Center Tutor or PrEPS Facilitator

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The College of Engineering at UW-Madison is hiring Undergraduate Learning Center Tutors and PrEPS Facilitators. These roles involve supporting students in engineering, math, physics, chemistry, and computer science courses by facilitating tutoring sessions, preparing lesson materials, and fostering collaborative learning environments.

Highlights

Facilitate drop-in tutoring and one-on-one support in STEM subjects including math, chemistry, physics, computer science, and engineering.
Lead two weekly Practicing Engineering Problem Solving (PrEPS) sessions, including lesson planning and student evaluation.
Prepare and post session materials and solutions on Canvas, attend course lectures, and participate in regular meetings.
Minimum pay of $16.00 per hour with work hours ranging from 6 to 15 hours per week depending on position.
Requires enrollment in ED POL 150 – Introduction to Tutoring course as part of training (not paid time).
Applicants must be current UW-Madison undergraduate or graduate students with at least one completed semester and a minimum GPA of 3.000 for tutors or 3.250 for facilitators.
Must have earned a grade of B or better in the course(s) supported and have strong communication and teamwork skills.
Previous tutoring or academic assistance experience preferred; commitment of at least one semester required, multiple preferred.
Supports a diverse student body and promotes a collaborative, equitable learning environment.
Participate in professional development opportunities and mandatory staff meetings regularly.

Undergraduate Learning Center Tutor or PrEPS Facilitator Full Description

Department Overview:	The College of Engineering's Undergraduate Learning Center offers a variety of academic support programs for engineering students. Our main tutoring program is drop-in tutoring, which supports core science, math, and engineering courses. As part of the interview process, applicants will be required to participate in an interview process to take place on Sunday, April 19th, which will include a facilitation of a small lesson/tutoring session, a group activity, and a one-on-one interview. It is strongly encouraged that you attend one of the ULC Hiring Information Sessions to learn more about the positions available, benefits of working with the ULC, and the interview process. Attendees at information sessions will receive priority in signing up for their timeslot on the hiring day (Sunday, April 19th). To find out about scheduled info session times, please reach out to ulc@engr.wisc.edu.
Anticipated Start Date:	Starting Fall 2026 Semester
Anticipated End Date (If Applicable):	Â
Remote Work Eligibility Detail:	Not Remote Â
Anticipated Hours Per Week:	Minimum: 6 Maximum:Â 15
Schedule:	Tutors work approximately 6 hours per week, including at least 1 drop-in tutoring shift (Sunday-Thursday, 6:15PM-9:15PM), 2 hours of availability/week of one-on-one tutoring, course preparation, mandatory training and professional development, and attendance at monthly staff meetings. PrEPS Facilitators typically work approximately 10-15 hours per week. This includes hosting 2 75 minute sessions, required training and professional development, attending weekly and monthly staff meetings, facilitating practice exams, and class preparation/lesson planning. Some evening/weekend hours may be required. New tutors and facilitators to will be required to enroll in a 1 credit Introduction to Tutoring course as part of your training and onboarding requirements (not paid time).
Salary/Wage Range/Lump Sum:	Minimum: $16.00Â
Number of Positions:	20
Qualifications:	Current UW-Madison undergraduate or graduate student, with at least one semester completed at UW-Madison by start date. Desire to help students succeed in a collaborative, equitable environment. Earn an overall GPA of 3.000 (tutor) or 3.250 (facilitator). Earn a B or better in the course you are supporting. Previous tutoring experience or experience helping others in academics (formally or informally) preferred. One-semester required commitment if hired, multiple semester commitment preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:	Strong content knowledge in the course tutoring. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work with diverse student groups. Willingness to learn. Willingness to work as part of a team.
Position Summary/Job Duties:	Tutor Position: Beginning Tutors will assist students in the Undergraduate Learning Center (ULC) with their coursework and help students gain a deeper understanding of the course material. They will be assigned one subject based on the needs of the ULC and their preferences. Beginning Tutors will adapt their teaching to meet the needs of the student and establish a collaborative work environment that supports students in developing their own learning of the course materials. Tutor Responsibilities: Facilitate a table for drop-in tutoring at least once a week in the ULC. Be available for at least 2 hours of 1 on 1 tutoring, more shifts may be requested depending on demand. Enroll and attend ED POL 150 â Introduction to Tutoring in the first year of tutoring. Attend Tutor Development Conference at the beginning of the Fall and Spring semesters. Attend two professional development opportunities the semester opposite the Introduction to Tutoring Course. Attend all ULC meetings. Facilitator Position: Facilitators will lead and facilitate two PrEPS sessions per week, including planning the session, preparing worksheets for students, posting worksheets and solutions on Canvas. Facilitators will attend course lectures and discussions and take notes. Facilitators will evaluate student learning in the sessions and discuss any concerns with ULC administrators. Facilitators will attend weekly meetings. Additionally, Facilitators will assist students in the Undergraduate Learning Center (ULC) with their coursework and help students gain a deeper understanding of the course material. Facilitators will adapt their teaching to meet the needs of the student and establish a collaborative work environment that supports students in developing their own learning of the course materials. Facilitator Responsibilities Lead and facilitate two PrEPS sessions per week. Prepare for each session with clear content and objectives, have worksheets printed, etc. Post worksheets and solutions in Canvas. Collect and report attendance. Attend course lectures and discussions, take notes at all course meetings, if needed. Evaluate studentsâ learning and contact ULC administrators with any concerns. Attend weekly meetings. Enroll and attend ED POL 150 â Introduction to Tutoring in the first year of tutoring. Attend Tutor Development Conference at the beginning of the Fall and Spring semesters. Attend two professional development opportunities the semester opposite the Introduction to Tutoring Course. Attend all ULC meetings.
Physical Demands:	N/A
Institutional Statements:	Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: UW-Madison is an Equal Employment, Equal Access Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce. Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background-people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: diversity.wisc.edu Accommodation Statement: If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website:https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/

Original Job Description

Department Overview:	The College of Engineering's Undergraduate Learning Center offers a variety of academic support programs for engineering students. Our main tutoring program is drop-in tutoring, which supports core science, math, and engineering courses. As part of the interview process, applicants will be required to participate in an interview process to take place on Sunday, April 19th, which will include a facilitation of a small lesson/tutoring session, a group activity, and a one-on-one interview. It is strongly encouraged that you attend one of the ULC Hiring Information Sessions to learn more about the positions available, benefits of working with the ULC, and the interview process. Attendees at information sessions will receive priority in signing up for their timeslot on the hiring day (Sunday, April 19th). To find out about scheduled info session times, please reach out to ulc@engr.wisc.edu.
Anticipated Start Date:	Starting Fall 2026 Semester
Anticipated End Date (If Applicable):	Â
Remote Work Eligibility Detail:	Not Remote Â
Anticipated Hours Per Week:	Minimum: 6 Maximum:Â 15
Schedule:	Tutors work approximately 6 hours per week, including at least 1 drop-in tutoring shift (Sunday-Thursday, 6:15PM-9:15PM), 2 hours of availability/week of one-on-one tutoring, course preparation, mandatory training and professional development, and attendance at monthly staff meetings. PrEPS Facilitators typically work approximately 10-15 hours per week. This includes hosting 2 75 minute sessions, required training and professional development, attending weekly and monthly staff meetings, facilitating practice exams, and class preparation/lesson planning. Some evening/weekend hours may be required. New tutors and facilitators to will be required to enroll in a 1 credit Introduction to Tutoring course as part of your training and onboarding requirements (not paid time).
Salary/Wage Range/Lump Sum:	Minimum: $16.00Â
Number of Positions:	20
Qualifications:	Current UW-Madison undergraduate or graduate student, with at least one semester completed at UW-Madison by start date. Desire to help students succeed in a collaborative, equitable environment. Earn an overall GPA of 3.000 (tutor) or 3.250 (facilitator). Earn a B or better in the course you are supporting. Previous tutoring experience or experience helping others in academics (formally or informally) preferred. One-semester required commitment if hired, multiple semester commitment preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:	Strong content knowledge in the course tutoring. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work with diverse student groups. Willingness to learn. Willingness to work as part of a team.
Position Summary/Job Duties:	Tutor Position: Beginning Tutors will assist students in the Undergraduate Learning Center (ULC) with their coursework and help students gain a deeper understanding of the course material. They will be assigned one subject based on the needs of the ULC and their preferences. Beginning Tutors will adapt their teaching to meet the needs of the student and establish a collaborative work environment that supports students in developing their own learning of the course materials. Tutor Responsibilities: Facilitate a table for drop-in tutoring at least once a week in the ULC. Be available for at least 2 hours of 1 on 1 tutoring, more shifts may be requested depending on demand. Enroll and attend ED POL 150 â Introduction to Tutoring in the first year of tutoring. Attend Tutor Development Conference at the beginning of the Fall and Spring semesters. Attend two professional development opportunities the semester opposite the Introduction to Tutoring Course. Attend all ULC meetings. Facilitator Position: Facilitators will lead and facilitate two PrEPS sessions per week, including planning the session, preparing worksheets for students, posting worksheets and solutions on Canvas. Facilitators will attend course lectures and discussions and take notes. Facilitators will evaluate student learning in the sessions and discuss any concerns with ULC administrators. Facilitators will attend weekly meetings. Additionally, Facilitators will assist students in the Undergraduate Learning Center (ULC) with their coursework and help students gain a deeper understanding of the course material. Facilitators will adapt their teaching to meet the needs of the student and establish a collaborative work environment that supports students in developing their own learning of the course materials. Facilitator Responsibilities Lead and facilitate two PrEPS sessions per week. Prepare for each session with clear content and objectives, have worksheets printed, etc. Post worksheets and solutions in Canvas. Collect and report attendance. Attend course lectures and discussions, take notes at all course meetings, if needed. Evaluate studentsâ learning and contact ULC administrators with any concerns. Attend weekly meetings. Enroll and attend ED POL 150 â Introduction to Tutoring in the first year of tutoring. Attend Tutor Development Conference at the beginning of the Fall and Spring semesters. Attend two professional development opportunities the semester opposite the Introduction to Tutoring Course. Attend all ULC meetings.
Physical Demands:	N/A
Institutional Statements:	Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: UW-Madison is an Equal Employment, Equal Access Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce. Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background-people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: diversity.wisc.edu Accommodation Statement: If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website:https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/

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