Content Tutor - Summer 2026

Content Tutor - Summer 2026

In the MoWest Center for Academic Support (CAS), content tutoring is a term used to describe tutoring for subject areas other than general studies mathematics or writing. Content Tutors are listed for specific courses on the CAS website, and all Content Tutors are hired because of their knowledge of the discipline(s).

Attending a one-hour tutor training

Entering and updating availability on TutorTrac throughout the semester to allow students to schedule tutoring appointments

Meet and tutor students on course material

Maintain ongoing communication with the Content Tutor Coordinator and discuss problems or potential problems as needed

Review course notes, textbook, etc. as needed to maintain necessary knowledge of the material

MoWest Student

Degree Seeking

Enrolled at least part-time

At least a 3.0 cumulative GPA

Received an A or B in the course applicant is interested in tutoring

Obtain recommendation by the professor who currently teaches the course or who has taught the course in the past, or, in special situations, the department chairperson

Preference will be given to applicants who received an A in the aforementioned course

Applicants who are eligible for Federal Work Study are encouraged to apply

Knowledge in the content area

Student collaboration and interaction

Flexibility

Problem solving & critical thinking skills

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.

Possible online tutoring. Must have access to a stable internet connection and a device with working camera, microphone and speakers. Tutors will be hired throughout the academic year based on tutoring requests.

Center for Academic Support, Hearnes 213

Hours per week will vary based on the student demand for tutors throughout the semester. May be up to 5 hours per week.

Are you currently employed on-campus in another department? If so, what department.

Are you a MWSU student?

Yes

No

Are you degree-seeking?

Yes

No

Do you have at least an overall 2.0 GPA?

Yes

No

Are you enrolled at least part-time?

Yes

No

Are you available to work in the evening (6 pm to 10 pm)?

Yes

No

Are you eligible for Federal Work Study?

Yes

Don't know

No

Resume

Cover Letter

Professional References (3-5 with contact information)

Course Schedule