Become a Tutor

Peer tutors play a key role in supporting students’ language development through one-on-one tutoring, Conversation Tables, and resource support. They work with both students enrolled in language courses and independent learners to build skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

Tutors help create an inclusive and communicative learning environment and collaborate with faculty to support course goals. They also contribute to outreach, maintain center resources, and guide students in using language learning tools.

Overall, tutors help create a welcoming, accessible space in the Excel Languages Center for all learners.

Tutoring and Academic Support
• Provide personalized tutoring in the target language to support skill development in listening, speaking, reading, and writing
• Help students build confidence with grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and cultural context while encouraging effective study strategies
• Facilitate Conversation Tables to promote real-time language practice and peer interaction
• Assist students with language learning tools and center technology

Student Engagement and Inclusion
• Create a welcoming and inclusive environment by greeting students and supporting the check-in process
• Build positive relationships that encourage confidence, belonging, and continued language learning

Faculty and Program Collaboration
• Connect with language faculty to align tutoring with course goals and gather relevant materials
• Collaborate on conversation tables, outreach, and student support strategies

Outreach and Promotion
• Support promotion of ELC services through class visits, events, and social media
• Assist with maintaining and distributing materials for Conversation Tables and events

Resource and Center Support
• Maintain and update learning resources and materials
• Help keep the center organized, accessible, and fully functional, including technology and shared spaces

Communication and Professional Development
• Stay connected through Teams and Outlook and communicate regularly with the Director and team
• Participate in trainings, meetings, and ongoing program development

Minimum Required Qualifications
• Intermediate-level proficiency in the target language with a strong grasp of grammar and linguistic structure
• Demonstrated language ability through a faculty recommendation and/or successful completion of a placement test confirming proficiency level
• Ability to explain language rules and concepts clearly in an engaging and supportive way
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with tools used for tutoring such as Zoom, Teams, or language-specific platforms
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to support collaboration and peer learning

Preferred Qualifications
• Advanced fluency in the target language, including conversational and cultural competencies
• Completion of language coursework at UCCS is strongly preferred
• Experience in tutoring, mentoring, or coaching others
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences
• Involvement in campus or community activities demonstrating engagement and leadership
• Flexibility to support some evening or weekend hours as needed

Please submit a resume to LangsCtr@uccs.edu

In the body of your email or within your resume, please include:

• Name, email, and phone number
• Student ID number
• Major or minor
• Year of study and expected graduation date
• Language area and skills, including level of proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing
• Spring, summer, and fall class schedule as available at the time of application, including any days or times you are not available for tutoring
• If you hold another on-campus job, include the number of hours you work per week

Please also include two references who can speak to your skills for this role.