Peer Navigator

Job Description:

Are you passionate about helping others succeed academically? Do you excel in one or more subject areas and enjoy supporting your peers?

We're hiring current students to serve as Peer Navigators - a part-time tutoring role designed to empower student success through peer-to-peer support.

Reporting directly to the Director of Academic Services, Peer Navigators provide academic support to fellow students in designated content areas.

This is an opportunity to build your resume, gain professional experience, and make a real impact in the student community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide tutoring and academic assistance to students in specific subject areas
• Utilize student-centered instructional strategies to promote understanding and engagement
• Maintain accurate records of tutoring sessions
• Communicate effectively with students and Academic Services staff
• Serve as a positive role model and academic resource for peers

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be a current student in good academic standing
• Strong knowledge in one or more academic content areas
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Dependable, organized, and self-motivated
• Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous tutoring or teaching experience
• Familiarity with student-centered learning approaches and study strategies

Additional Information:

Schedule & Compensation:

• Flexible hours (day, evening, and weekend shifts available)
• Work around your class schedule

Salary: $15.97/hour



Application Instructions:

If you need a disability-related accommodation to apply to this position, please contact the Human Resources Office at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io.

Applicants must submit the following documents to be considered for this position:

• Cover letter
• Completed SUNY Schenectady Employment Application

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SUNY Schenectady is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United Stated and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.