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Graduate Hourly Student Employment - Peer Tutors

East Carolina University

United States, North Carolina, Greenville

East 5th Street (Show on map)

Nov 13, 2026

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Position Information

Advertising Department	ACADEMIC AFFAIRS-BSOM
Academic Term/Year	SPRING 2027
Position Title	Graduate Hourly Student Employment - Peer Tutors
Posting Number	08756
Position Number	08756
Student Job Category	Student - Hourly Job
Position Location	On-campus
City	Greenville
State	NC
Number of Vacancies	20
Rate of Pay	$20.00/hourly
FLSA Status	FLSA Non-exempt
Will the position be subject to the CBC policy?	No
Job Description	The ECU Department of Academic Affairs (Office of Student Success and Wellness) at Brody School of Medicine is seeking to hire 20 Peer Tutors for Spring of 2027. Mission - Our mission is to deliver personalized, proactive, and holistic support that empowers and inspires each learner to reach academic, personal, and professional goals and to flourish at Brody and beyond. To help students reach learning benchmarks, pass classes, and prepare for tests by recognizing students' strengths and weaknesses, learning styles, and academic goals and expectations. Responsibilities - The Peer Tutoring Program offers academic support for medical students through group sessions or one-on-one tutoring led by peer tutors. As a tutor you will be expected to help your assigned student(s) develop a deeper understanding of course materials, help clarify any course concepts and to support and encourage the student(s). Tutors are expected to maintain a professional work ethic, demeanor, and appearance while tutoring. We also want this program to provide leadership and personal development to the tutors. Tutors are expected to perform a variety of functions. Other responsibilities include: * Leading weekly small group sessions that fit the needs of the student. * Reviewing classroom materials and assignments. * Discuss questions, help students understand key concepts discussed in the classroom. * Sharing skills to improve academic performance, including study strategies, note-taking skills and approaches to answering test questions. * Assisting students with test preparation, papers and other academic tasks. * Providing students positive and constructive feedback. * Providing the Peer Tutor Coordinator with at least 4 hours of availability each week. Skills - Tutors use a variety of skills and academic knowledge to provide the most comprehensive help possible. Skills may include: * Using knowledge of the academic subject. * Strong verbal and written communication skills to clearly explain challenging concepts, provide instruction and deliver feedback. * Ability to motivate and encourage students to improve their academic performance. * Creativity and flexibility to personalize their learning approach for individual student. * Patience and compassion for students as they develop skills and improve their performance. * Previous demonstrated excellence in the academic subject they plan to tutor in.
GPA Requirement	Minimum of 3.0
Preferred (Majors, Experience, GPA, etc.)	Previous demonstrated excellence in the academic subject they plan to tutor in.
License/certification required	N/A
Special Instructions to Applicant	Please upload your resume online.
Additional Instructions to Applicants	Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.
Quick Link for Direct Access	https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/98252
Open Date	11/12/2026
Close Date	12/28/2026
Open Until Filled	No
Nondiscrimination Statement	East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability. Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act ( ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/ TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.
Eligibility for Employment	Individuals submitting profiles for these positions must be current ECU students, in good-standing and meet the respective GPA requirement as required by the position type. Final candidates may be subject to criminal & sex offender background checks based upon the duties and responsibilities of the position. Some vacancies also require motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity	If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.