Student-Athlete Tutoring Program
How Do I Become a Tutor?
Application Process
If interested in becoming a tutor, please e-mail Diamond King-Williams, djw35@buffalo.edu the following information:
- UB transcript or Academic Advisement Report (AAR), documenting all relevant coursework
- Listing of available hours that you can tutor
- UB Person Number
Minimum Qualifications
- Knowledgeable and proficient in subject area
- Minimum of A- achieved in subject area
- Minimum overall GPA of 3.3
- Exemplary written and oral communication skills
- Good time management skills, with attention to detail when completing paperwork
Description of Duties
- Provide individual or group tutoring in the area of expertise
- Attend training and other workshops
- Frequently check email for appointments and other critical information
- Communicate professionally with student athletes and academic staff
- Correctly submit all documentation, reports, and timesheets in a timely manner
- Follow all NCAA and office guidelines with regards to tutoring, as taught during training
Benefits of being a Tutor
- Gain professional experience
- Monetary compensation for the services offered
- Convenient hours: work around current semester’s class schedule
- Have an opportunity to become a certified tutor
An interview may be granted if you meet the criteria listed above. Tutors are hired on an as-needed basis with regards to schedule availability, class coverage needed, and current semester demand.
