Wingspan Peer Tutoring Program Assistant - Student Hourly at InsideHigherEd

Position OverviewUnit Overview:
KU’s Wingspan: Center for Learning and Writing Support offers a portfolio of collaborative, innovative academic support programs and services to students, faculty, and staff. The Wingspan provides individual and group support through its Peer Academic Coaching program, Supplemental Instruction (SI) program, Tutoring Services, and Writing Center Services. The Wingspan is a part of the University Academic Support Centers (UASC), a comprehensive student support program consisting of two unique centers designed to strengthen the academic skills and written communication of students at the University of Kansas. UASC supports the University’s commitment to the academic success and holistic development of students. UASC programs encourage student participation both in and out of the classroom, support academic and personal development, and link students to other campus and community resources for academic and personal support and development. University Academic Support Centers is a department within Academic Affairs.

Position Overview:
The Peer Tutoring Program Assistant plays an essential role in both the daily operations and ongoing development of the Peer Tutoring Program. This position supports the Tutoring Coordinator in ensuring tutoring services run smoothly while contributing to program improvement initiatives that enhance tutor training, student engagement, and program visibility.
The assistant’s responsibilities include scheduling and communication support, tutor observation and feedback, data tracking, and the creation of materials and reports. This role offers the opportunity to learn about educational program management, gain insight into effective tutoring practices, and directly contribute to improving student learning experience on campus.Job DescriptionProgram Operations & Administrative Support (45%)

• Help schedule tutoring sessions and keep calendars up to date.
• Track tutor hours, attendance, and program records.
• Communicate with tutors and students about scheduling or program updates.
• Organize tutoring materials and keep program spaces tidy.
• Assist with setup for meetings, trainings, and events.

Program Development & Project Support (30%)

• Help create and update tutor training materials and resources.
• Support new projects that make the program stronger and more effective.
• Contribute to planning and promoting events or workshops.
• Write or update short materials for students and tutors, like learning guides or website posts.

Observations & Tutor Support (15%)

• Observe tutoring sessions and take notes using program guidelines.
• Share feedback and observations with the Tutoring Coordinator.
• Help identify what’s working well and where tutors might need extra support.

Assessment & Communication (10%)

• Collect and summarize feedback from tutors and students.
• Assist with simple data tracking and reports that show program trends.
• Help with newsletters, outreach, or social media to share program updates.

Required Qualifications

1. Not on academic probation, as evidenced by the DPR

Preferred Qualifications

1. Tutoring or teaching experience as evidenced by application materials.
2. A strong desire and enthusiasm to help students learn as evidenced by application materials.
3. Attention to detail, accuracy, and organization as evidenced by application materials.
4. Dependable and punctual with strong time management skills as evidenced by application materials.
5. Eligible for work study. For information, visit https://financialaid.ku.edu/understand-aid/workstudy

Position RequirementsDuring the semester term of the appointment, the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).Employment Conditions(1) Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR.

(2) This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.Additional Candidate InstructionsPlease complete the HR online Application via employment.ku.edu. You do not need to upload a cover letter, but please do upload a copy of your resume. · Please complete the Peer Tutor Supplemental Hiring Form: Wingspan Peer Tutor Supplemental Hiring Form. Information about this form can be found at https://learning.ku.edu/tutor-employment.

Please note that interviews for the Peer Tutoring Program Assistant position are set to occur on a rolling basis and will remain open until filled. You will be contacted via email to schedule your interview time once your application has been reviewed.Contact Information to ApplicantsDani Goedken:
[email protected]Advertised Salary Range$12.00 per hourAnticipated Start DateMonday January 5, 2026Apply to Job