Sr Tutor

Sr Tutor

Requisition ID

req37669

Working Title

Sr Tutor

Position Grade

09

Position Summary

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

UNM-Gallup is currently seeking highly motivated, student-oriented Sr Tutor to work in the Center for Academic Learning (CAL). The success of our students requires Sr Tutor to be proficient in planning and implementing student success initiatives designed to support them as they pursue their educational goals.

The selected candidate will:

• Provide academic tutoring services to a wide variety of individuals and groups throughout our diverse student body.
• Lead and coordinate the activities of peer and professional tutors in strategies to accommodate alternative learning styles and disabilities.
• Create and/or guide and oversee the creation and implementation of tutorial and supplemental instruction programs that guide and assist students with homework, problem solving, report writing, and test preparation.
• Facilitate reading and writing labs to develop writing, math, word processing, study, and other academic skills.
• Maintain and update confidential files and records, ensuring that ethical and legal guidelines are maintained.
• Research and select learning materials, textbooks, software, and equipment to facilitate tutoring; may design specific handout, study, and related materials.
• Participate in the overall administration of the Center for Academic Learning.

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

Successful completion of at least 60 college-level credit hours; at least 3 years 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

• Bachelor’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

Regular - Full-Time

Term End Date

Status

Non-Exempt

Pay

Hourly: $19.00 - $24.77

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

9/17/2026

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 https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.