JMU Athletics Tutor - IE

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Working Title: JMU Athletics Tutor - IE

State Role Title: Institutional Employment/Federal Work Study

Position Type: Institutional Employment

Position Status: Part-Time

College/Division: Intercollegiate Athletics

Department: 300030 - Student Athlete Services

Pay Rate: Pay Range

Specify Range or Amount: $15.00 - $20.00/hour

Is this a JMU only position? N/A

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Working Title: JMU Athletics Tutor - IE

State Role Title: Institutional Employment/Federal Work Study

Position Type: Institutional Employment

Position Status: Part-Time

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College/Division: Intercollegiate Athletics

Department: 300030 - Student Athlete Services

Pay Rate: Pay Range

Specify Range or Amount: $15.00 - $20.00/hour

Is this a JMU only position? N/A

Is this a grant-funded position? No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? N/A

About JMU:

Located in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA. With a population of just over 53,000, Harrisonburg is one of the most diverse communities in the Commonwealth of Virginia. JMU is a selective, public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and inclusive environment for students, faculty and staff. The student body includes approximately 20,000 undergraduate and 1,900 graduate students, with over 1,000 full-time instructional faculty.

General Information:

The JMU Athletics Department is seeking Tutors to work in the office of Student Athlete Services for Fall/Spring 24/25. Tutors could be needed for all courses offered on campus including, but not limited to:
ACTG 244
AMST 200
ANTH 195, 196
ART 200
ARTH 205, 206
ASTR 120, 121
BIO 103, 140, 150, 240, 270, 280, 290
BUS 160
CHEM 120, 131, 132, 241, 242, 361
CIS all courses
COB 191, 202, 204, 218, 291, 300
COB 241, 242 and upper level
CS lower level
CSD 207, 208, 209, 300
ECON 200, 201 and upper level
ENG 221, 222, 235, 236, 239, 247, 248, 260
ENGR 101
FIN 345, 360 and upper level
FR 109, 231, 232, 300
GEOG 200
GEOL 102, 110, 115, 210, 211
HIST 101, 102, 150, 225
HTH 100, 210, 230, 231, 245, 255
HUM 200, 250, 251, 252
ISAT 113, 160, 151, 251
ISCI 101, 104, 171, 172
JUST 200, 210, 225
KIN 100, 201, 203, 302, 306
LAXC 252
MATH 103, 105, 155, 205, 231, 232, 235 and above
MATH 220
MATH 107, 108, 110, 111
MGT 305
MKTG 380
MUS 200
NUTR 280
PHIL 101, 120, 150
PHYS 121, 140, 150, 240, 250
POSC 200, 225
PPA 200
PSYC 101, 160, 210, 211
REL 101, 102
SCOM 121, 122, 123, 240, 241, 260, 280
SMAD 150, 201, 202 and upper level
SOCI 110, 140, 200 and upper level
SPAN 109, 231, 232 and upper level
SRM all courses
THEA 210
WGSS 200

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties include: Meet with student-athlete(s) either virtually or in person for tutor sessions; assist student-athlete by explaining course content and offering study strategies and tips for appropriate tutorial support, complete a meeting report for each session within 24 hours of the session, complete a bi-monthly timesheet and tutor hour record report for each pay period. The amount of tutoring time per week is approx. 1-2 hours per student-athlete but is determined by needs of student-athlete (could be more or less).

Qualifications:

Applicants must have:
Overall GPA of 3.0 or higher
B+ or higher in courses to be tutored
A letter of reference from professor or former employer is required.
Must be knowledgeable, confident of ability to help and have an understanding of course content.
Must have excellent communication skills and a patient, caring attitude.
Ability to provide study assistance and assess needs and capabilities.
Must be willing to work flexible hours including evenings and some weekends.
Must have a respect for and be able to work with student-athletes from diverse educational and cultural backgrounds.
Must comply with NCAA, University Honor Code, and FERPA guidelines.

Conditions of Employment:

Students must be degree-seeking students, enrolled on at least a half-time basis (6 credits for undergraduate and 5 credits for graduate).

Students must have a 2.0 or better cumulative GPA.

E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

Additional Posting Information:

The following documents are REQUIRED for application to be complete:
1. Copy of Unofficial Transcript
2. List, Including professor name, of courses you are willing and confident in your ability to tutor. Grade of B+ or higher required (Other Document #1).
3. Reference letter from professor or former employer.

EEO Statement:

James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.

We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.

Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.

Reasonable Accommodation:

If you are a student with a disability and need assistance please contact the Office of Disability Services at (540) 568-6705 or disability-svcs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the Office of Disability Services, located in the Student Success Center, Suite 1202 and they will be happy to assist you.

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