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Study Jam Tutoring

At Study Jam and the Office for Student Success, we believe every student employee is not only contributing to peer academic success but also building a meaningful foundation for their future. By aligning with the 91短视频’s Career Readiness Competencies, Study Jam equips tutors and coordinators with transferable skills that prepare them for graduate school, professional roles, and life beyond college.

All Study Jam Employees

Study Jam tutors and coordinators alike gain hands-on experience in:
  • Communication – Explaining ideas clearly, adapting to different learners, and fostering inclusive, respectful dialogue.

  • Professionalism – Demonstrating reliability, accountability, and integrity in service of student success.

  • Collaboration – Engaging with peers, faculty, and departments to support shared goals in a high-impact learning environment.

Tutors

Communication

  • Facilitate one-to-one and group tutoring sessions tailored to academic needs.

  • Clearly and dynamically explain complex material in accessible ways.

  • Adapt communication for varied learning styles, cultural backgrounds, and comprehension levels.

  • Foster inclusive, respectful interactions with students during sessions.

Professionalism

  • Create a welcoming, judgment-free environment that encourages academic exploration.

  • Demonstrate reliability by arriving prepared and on time.

  • Stay current with course materials and align support with classroom instruction.

  • Uphold FERPA privacy standards and represent Study Jam with ethical conduct.

Critical Thinking

  • Assess student understanding and adjust strategies in real time.

  • Use logic and scaffolding techniques to guide student problem-solving.

  • Synthesize academic expectations to reinforce learning outcomes.

  • Manage group dynamics in a fast-paced, multi-student environment.

Coordinators

Leadership

  • Recruit, interview, hire, and schedule tutors for high-demand courses.

  • Supervise tutoring sessions and maintain an effective, inclusive environment.

  • Lead tutor evaluations and support peer development through feedback.

  • Coordinate with faculty to ensure subject alignment and strategic growth.

  • Assist with program planning, data collection, and assessment.

Communication

  • Serve as a liaison between Study Jam, faculty, and the Office for Student Success.

  • Communicate expectations and updates clearly to tutors and stakeholders.

  • Manage Study Jam’s Instagram presence and outreach efforts.

  • Represent the program at meetings and campus events with professionalism.

Professionalism

  • Track and submit accurate payroll and session data.

  • Demonstrate preparedness and consistency during evening and afternoon sessions.

  • Maintain detailed records of tutor performance and scheduling.

  • Model integrity, accountability, and student-centered service in all aspects of the role.

We view each Study Jam position as a launchpad for lifelong learning, leadership, and career growth. To further develop your career toolkit—including résumé feedback, interview prep, or graduate school planning—connect with Experiential Learning & Career Success (ELCS) at www.umt.edu/ELCS.