Student Peer Tutor - RISE (Biology) 2026-2027

| **JOB SUMMARY** | The RISE TRiO Student Support Services (SSS) program is seeking motivated, academically strong student leaders to serve as Peer Tutors for the 2026-2027 academic year. Peer Tutors play a vital role in supporting the academic success of our diverse student population through one-on-one and small-group tutoring. In addition to content-area tutoring, tutors will actively contribute to our program's scholarly community by facilitating workshops on scholarly development and financial literacy. | | --- | --- | | **DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES** | \* Academic Tutoring: Provide high-quality individual and small-group tutoring to students in foundational biology courses (including General Biology, Cell Biology, Genetics, or Anatomy & Physiology). \* Workshop Facilitation: Prepare and present at least one (1) Scholarly Development program and one (1) Financial Literacy program to RISE students during the semester. \* Resource Sharing: Guide students on effective study strategies, active recall techniques, time management, and biology exam preparation. \* Progress Tracking: Maintain accurate and timely records of tutoring sessions and student progress. \* Professional Development: Attend all mandatory tutor training sessions, staff meetings, and professional development workshops. | | **REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS** | \* Academic Standing: Must have earned a minimum grade of A- in the specific Biology course(s) you wish to tutor (e.g., General Biology I & II). \* GPA Requirement: Must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.4 or higher. \* Financial Aid: Must be eligible for Federal Work-Study (FWS). \* Enrollment: Must be a currently enrolled student at Seton Hall University. \* Please note: While this position is funded through the RISE TRiO SSS program, you do not need to be a RISE student to apply. | | **DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS** | \* Strong understanding of foundational biological concepts and lab procedures. \* Strong interpersonal, communication, and active listening skills. \* Patience, empathy, and a passion for helping peers achieve their academic goals in STEM. \* Previous experience in tutoring, mentoring, or leadership roles is preferred. | | **CONTACT** | Khazema Rauf | | **FEDERAL WORK STUDY ELIGIBILITY** | YES – 2026/27 Federal Work Study eligibility required (check your Financial Aid Offer on the [University Portal](https://piratenet.shu.edu/)) | *Seton Hall University is committed to programs of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO).*