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Tiger Tutor

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Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number Stu02758P
Home Org Name Athletic Student Services
Division Name Director Intercollegiate Athletics
Position Title Tiger Tutor
Working Title (if different from Position Title)
Job Summary
The Student-Athlete Support Services Tiger Tutor Program is designed to enhance student-athletes’ educational experience, which can be accomplished by helping students help themselves. We are excited to begin the search for a Tiger Tutor to join the team!

Why should YOU consider student employment at Auburn University?
  • Gain valuable work experience! Student employment allows you to explore different interests, identify strengths, and make informed decisions about your future career goals.
  • Build your network! Interacting with faculty, staff, and fellow students can lead to valuable connections and potential mentors.
  • Make a difference. Have the satisfaction of knowing YOU are a part of providing the premier academic experience at Auburn and the life-changing work our students and employees perform.


This posting is an ongoing applicant pool, our peak interviewing/hiring is as follows. Fall term-June/July interviews, Spring term-November/early December interviews, Summer-April interviews. Once staff needs are met each term, this pool is used to pull applicants during a term should a specific class need arise that cannot be met with current staff.
Essential Functions
  • As a Tutor, you would play a major role in the student-athlete’s ability to master course material through individual and small group sessions. 
  • Tiger tutors meet regularly with students to assist them in building active study and learning skills, improving study habits, and developing comprehension.
  • Tutoring activities may include reviewing class materials, discussing course readings, creating study guides, or problem solving. 
  • Tutors are responsible for submitted reports of sessions in a timely manner.
  • The Tutor is expected to maintain and respect confidentiality related to the student-athlete, SASS, and AU Athletics, as well as maintain and exhibit a high degree of professionalism and integrity at all times. 
  • Of utmost importance, tutors must have a commitment to upholding the University’s Student Academic Honesty Code as well as NCAA Bylaws.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Currently enrolled as an Auburn University undergraduate student
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2
  • Minimum grade of ‘B’ or better in specific courses tutored
Preferred Qualifications
  • Junior standing or higher
Pay Rate $12.00/hour (or higher based on experience)
Work Hours Varies, must be available 6 hours/week
City position is located in: Auburn
State position is located: Alabama
Posting Detail Information

Posting Date 08/07/2023
Closing Date
EEO Statement
Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.



AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link for Internal Postings https://www.auemployment.com/postings/40116

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
  1. Transcripts
  2. Resume
Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Please select how you first became aware of this opportunity. Your response helps us determine how we can more effectively reach our candidates.
    • LinkedIn
    • AcademicKeys
    • The Chronicle of Higher Education
    • DiversityJobs
    • HigherEdJobs
    • HERC (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
    • Indeed
    • RecruitMilitary
    • The Tuskegee News
    • Professional organization or journal
    • Veterans Assistance Services
    • Disability Assistance Services
    • State Employment Service
    • Social Media
    • AU Job Bulletin
    • Notified by an Auburn employee
    • College or university Career Services
    • I went to the AU Employment Website directly (www.auemployment.com)
    • Other
  2. * Are you currently an enrolled student at Auburn University?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * List all Auburn University courses you feel you can effectively tutor (You must have taken the courses and made a grade of ‘B’ or higher - ex. ECON 2020).

    (Open Ended Question)

  4. * What is your current academic classification?

    (Open Ended Question)

  5. * Have you previously been employed by Student-Athlete Support Services?
    • Yes
    • No
  6. * If yes, when were you employed by SASS and in what capacity? If no, please enter N/A.

    (Open Ended Question)

  7. * Do you have any pre-existing relationships with Athletics, student-athletes or Athletics employees? If so, please list with whom you have a relationship.

    (Open Ended Question)

  8. * List 2 references if not already included in your resume upload.

    (Open Ended Question)