Requisition IDreq37081
Working TitleCASA Student Success Tutor
Pay$15.00 Hourly
CampusTaos
DepartmentTaos Branch
Employment TypeStudent Employment
Student TypeWork-Study
StatusNon-Exempt
Background Check RequiredNo
For Best Consideration Date7/31/2026
Position Summary
Tutoring & Academic Support
- Provide individualized and small-group tutoring to students across a variety of academic disciplines.
- Assist students in developing effective study skills, learning strategies, and academic habits.
- Support students in improving comprehension, critical thinking, problem-solving, and course-related skills.
- Reinforce classroom learning through guided practice, review, and academic coaching.
- Encourage student confidence, independence, and self-advocacy in the learning process.
Student Success Programming
- Develop and facilitate workshops in collaboration with CASA staff and faculty, including:
- Study skills and note-taking strategies
- Time management and organization
- Test preparation and test-taking strategies
- Goal setting and academic planning
- Reading comprehension and learning strategies
- Student success and college navigation skills
- Assist with peer-led study groups and learning sessions.
- Adapt workshop content to meet the needs of diverse student populations.
Collaboration & Program Support
- Collaborate with CASA staff, advisors, faculty, and student support personnel to promote student success and retention.
- Refer students to appropriate campus resources when additional support is needed.
- Participate in meetings, training sessions, and planning activities.
- Contribute to initiatives that strengthen student engagement, persistence, and completion.
Training & Professional Development
- Complete required tutor training and certification requirements.
- Participate in ongoing professional development related to tutoring, mentoring, student success, and academic support services.
- Remain informed about tutoring best practices and campus resources.
Technology & Academic Skills Support
- Assist students with:
- Canvas Learning Management System
- University systems and applications
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Basic educational technologies and online learning tools
- Provide support for presentations, research projects, and academic assignments.
Administrative & Program Support
- Maintain accurate tutoring records and documentation.
- Assist with scheduling, attendance tracking, and program reporting as requested.
- Maintain organized and welcoming tutoring and study spaces.
- Support general CASA operations and student service activities.
Outreach & Engagement
- Participate in outreach activities, special events, and student engagement initiatives.
- Promote CASA tutoring services and student success programs.
- Foster a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment for all students.
Work Location
- Center for Academic Success & Achievement (CASA)
- UNM-Taos Campus
Minimum Qualifications
Equivalencies not found for this position
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum & Preferred Qualifications Required
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations.
- Strong academic performance and content knowledge in one or more subject areas.
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Familiarity with Canvas or willingness to learn.
- Dependable, organized, professional, and able to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Preferred
- Good academic standing.
- Previous tutoring, peer mentoring, coaching, or leadership experience.
- Experience working with college students.
- Demonstrated commitment to student success and educational equity.
Strategic Alignment This role supports the UNM-Taos Strategic Plan (2025-2030) by advancing:
- Student Experience & Educational Innovation (Goal 2): Promoting inclusive learning environments, academic achievement, and student success.
- Inclusive Excellence & Community Engagement (Goal 3): Fostering belonging, peer connection, and equitable access to academic support.
- Workforce Development & Student Persistence: Supporting student retention, completion, and achievement of educational goals.
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The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
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University of New Mexico
$15.00 Hourly
Jul 16, 2026