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ASC Peer Tutor - Music

Oakland University
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The Academic Success Center, in collaboration with the School of Music, Theater and Dance, is seeking a Peer Tutor to assist fellow students in understanding and mastering the course material for Music Theory and Aural Skills, beginning in the Fall 2026 semester. Peer Tutors provide academic support, clarify concepts, and help students develop effective study strategies. 

We are currently hiring for: 

  • MUS 1211, 1212, 1213, 1214, 1215, 2212, 2213, 2214, 2215

If you have OU undergraduate experience in any of these courses,  apply today! 

To be considered, Applicants should: 

Pay Rate: $15/hour

Duties:

  • Provide a welcoming and inclusive environment for students to learn
  • Conduct appointment-based tutoring in Varner Hall.
  • Provide strategies to enhance understanding of course material
  • Utilize active listening to identify students' needs

Additional Information:

  • This position is for appointment tutoring. Tutors offer a regular weekly set of appointments. If a student schedules, then the tutor works. If no appointments are made, the tutor may use the time as they wish.
  • Shifts are determined by subject/course need and the tutor's course schedule.
  • Hours are scheduled during the range of: Monday through Thursday 10am- 6pm and Fridays 10am - 3pm.
  • This position will begin in September 2026.
  • All hired applicants must complete 10 hours of paid training, achieving Level 1 CRLA Certification by the end of the first academic year employed.

Qualifications:

  • Must be a currently enrolled OU student in a degree-seeking program with three or more listed courses completed at OU.
  • Second-semester freshman standing or higher
  • Minimum 3.7 GPA (A-) in the course(s) tutored
  • Adequate demonstration of time/task management skills
  • Obtain a minimum of one recommendation form from a current OU faculty member. Faculty can access and complete the form using the following link: OU Faculty Recommendation Form
  • Work-Study applicants are welcome!

Interested?

  • Complete and submit your application in Handshake.

Questions?