Job Description

Requisition ID
req37978

Working Title
Tutor

Position Grade
08

Position Summary

PLEASE
NOTE: This position is for the UNM Gallup Branch, located in Gallup, NM,
approximately 138 miles west of Albuquerque, NM.

Funding
available through 06/30/2027; continuance beyond that date is subject to the
department's operational needs as outlined in APPM Policy #3200, Employee
Classification, click here.

The
University of New Mexico has established branch colleges to serve the citizens
of New Mexico and to provide the highest quality of education for students
pursuing post-secondary education at different locations throughout the
state. Branch colleges respond specifically to the unique needs and
multicultural backgrounds of their respective communities by offering community
education programs, career education including certificate and associate degree
programs, and transfer program that prepare students for upper division entry
into colleges and universities.

The UNM-Gallup Branch is currently seeking a highly motivated, student-oriented
Tutor to work in-person in the Adult Basic Education (ABE) Program. The tutor
will provide academic tutoring services to a wide variety of individuals and
groups. Creates and implements tutorial programs that guide and assist students
with homework, problem solving, report writing, and test preparation. The
selected candidate will:

• Tutors students individually or in
  scheduled group study sessions to review principles, solve problems, and
  review for tests.
• Administers testing instruments
  and writes individual tutoring plans upon review of textbooks; refers
  students to other agencies as appropriate.
• Facilitates reading and writing
  labs to develop writing, math, word processing, study, and other academic
  skills.
• Leads and trains entry level
  tutors in strategies to accommodate alternative learning styles and
  disabilities.
• Maintains and updates confidential
  files and records, ensuring that ethical and legal guidelines are
  maintained.
• Researches and selects learning
  materials, textbooks, software, and equipment to facilitate tutoring; may
  design specific handout, study, and related materials.
• Serves as Campus Security
  Authority as outlined by the Clery Act.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related
  duties as assigned.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

• All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the US-UNM Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.

Minimum Qualifications

One year of full-time college; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher
• Experience coordinating or
  providing tutoring services to at-risk student populations
• Experience in higher education,
  preferably at a community college
• Experience serving a culturally
  diverse student population, with a demonstrated ability to relate to and
  support underrepresented students
• Experience
  developing and facilitating presentations, workshops, and/or supplemental
  instruction sessions

Additional Requirements

Campus
Gallup

Department
Gallup Branch

Employment Type
Staff

Staff Type
Term - Full-Time

Term End Date
06/30/2027

Status
Non-Exempt

Pay
Hourly: $18.27 - $23.50

Benefits Eligible
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

ERB Statement
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required
Yes

For Best Consideration Date
9/29/2026

Eligible for Hiring Incentive

Eligible for Remote Work
No

Eligible for Remote Work Statement

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through
the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job
advertisement on a 3rd party site, please
visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

A complete application consists of (1) A completed UNMJobs online application; (2) a cover letter specifically addressing why you would be the best candidate for the position; (3) an updated resume; and (4) three professional references that includes the names, and contact information of each reference. Each of these items MUST be uploaded to your online application for applicant consideration. PLEASE NOTE: When submitting your application materials, please ensure all attachments are uploaded in PDF format only for optimal viewing and processing.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

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.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit Refer to for a definition of Regular Staff.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Temporary work, Remote work

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