Part Time Tutor Jobs in Buffalo, NY (NOW HIRING)

Position Details
Position Information
Position Title
Part Time Biology Professional Tutor
Position Category
Part Time Staff
Position Status
10 Month
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Advertised Salary
$22.52 - $24.76 per hour
Department
Academic Center for Excellence
Working Hours
Up to 28 hours per week
General Description
The Academic Center for Excellence (ACE) at SUNY Niagara is seeking individuals who are passionate about supporting student success through tutoring. Professional Tutors provide both individual and small group assistance aligned with existing course content, helping a diverse student population strengthen their academic skills and confidence.
In this role, tutors serve as a vital link between the college and its students-supporting academic progress while fostering independent learning and self-reliance. Tutors assist students in developing competency in course material and applying effective learning strategies such as active reading, note-taking, test preparation, time management, and organization.
In addition to traditional tutoring, Professional Tutors may serve as embedded tutors within the classroom, work with students in specific content areas, and provide online tutoring for those enrolled in distance education courses. Tutors are expected to offer support in a professional, welcoming, and student-centered manner to all members of the campus community
Professional Tutors for Biology are expected to assist students in one or more of the following content areas:

• Anatomy & Physiology (BIO 213/BIO 214)
• General Biology (BIO 109/ BIO 110)
• Human Biology (BIO 117)
• Microbiology (BIO 221)

Final candidates may be asked to meet with Biology faculty members to ensure an appropriate knowledge base for supporting course content.
The rate of pay is based on the level of education the candidate possesses. For a Bachelor's degree or lower the rate of pay will be $22.52 per hour. For a Master's degree or higher the rate of pay will be $24.76 per hour.
Tutoring hours can occur Monday - Friday from 8:00am - 7:00pm. This is an in-person position. Please provide your availability within your cover letter. This position should expect hours consistent with the Fall & Spring semesters; limited Winter/Summer semester hours may be available based upon course offerings.
Typical Work Activities

• Assisting students with course content and problem-solving
• Providing individual and group tutoring
• Facilitating study groups and review sessions
• Creating academic resources/guides for student use
• Maintaining records of tutoring appointments
• Utilizing tutoring management system to create, log, and detail appointments
• Referring students to appropriate resources
• Supporting learning and study skills development
• Assisting students with general computer troubleshooting necessary for coursework
• Providing embedded tutoring services, as assigned

Essential Functions
Tutoring includes, but is not limited to, reviewing class materials, writing assistance, discussing text, or working on solutions to problems within the designated content area. Tutoring is designed as a supplement to regular classroom instruction so Tutors must be knowledgeable about the content of specific subjects to assist students in increasing their academic skills and understanding.
Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher in a related content area or curriculum.
• Desire to help others.
• Able to communicate clearly & effectively
• Strong active listening skills
• Able to maintain confidentiality
• Responsible, dependable, honest, & mature
• In-depth understanding of the content area(s) the applicant wishes to tutor

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience working with students in secondary/higher education.
• Experience utilizing online conferencing software (ex. ZOOM, Microsoft Teams, etc.).

License(s)/Certifications
About SUNY Niagara
SUNY Niagara is a thriving educational institution located between the picturesque landscapes of Niagara Falls and the vibrant city of Buffalo, NY. Our college serves a diverse student population and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment. With a commitment to academic excellence and student success, SUNY Niagara offers a supportive and collaborative environment for both faculty and staff.
SUNY Niagara is an accredited institution of higher education that offers high-quality academic programs leading to degrees and certificates that are supported by outstanding student services. The top 4 majors of our students are Liberal Arts and Sciences, Nursing, Psychology, and Criminal Justice. In 2023, SUNY Niagara ranked #1 in graduation rate among community colleges in New York State!
SUNY Niagara provides a variety of cultural, athletic, social, and international experiences, as well as community education, small business, and workforce development that supports economic development that positively impacts the quality of life of valued stakeholders. The college operates through a collegial model of shared governance and transparency and is accountable for meeting the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.
SUNY Niagara has two locations in western New York consisting of 287 acres and 11 buildings. The Sanborn, campus is minutes from Buffalo, Niagara Falls, and the Canadian border and is centrally located between the county's three main cities of Lockport, Niagara Falls, and North Tonawanda. The Sanborn campus offers a traditional college experience with world-class academics, knowledgeable faculty members, state-of-the-art classrooms, NJCAA athletics, and on-campus housing. We continue to invest in our facilities with the addition of the Learning Commons Center, which has become the nucleus of the campus; a place for faculty to collaborate and help students develop critical thinking skills while incorporating state-of-the-art technology and innovative student support services. We also modernized our campus dining commons, providing quality meal options in a sleek, comfortable, collaborative environment.
The Niagara Falls Culinary Institute (NFCI) is located in the heart of one of the world's biggest tourist destinations, Niagara Falls. Fully outfitted with modern labs and tools for students to use as they train in both classic and trendy techniques, NFCI is home to Culinary Arts, Baking and Pastry Arts, and Hospitality programs. The college also operates Savor, a fine dining restaurant, and La Patisserie, a European-style pastry café, at NFCI.
Our college nurtures and empowers its students and employees in ways that recognize and value our common humanity as well as the richness of our diversity. SUNY Niagara welcomes applicants who want to join a leading regional institution that provides a dynamic, educational environment, responds to students' current and emerging needs, and strengthens its community. At SUNY Niagara we embrace diversity and promote inclusion throughout the institution by recognizing, accepting, and celebrating differences within our campus and surrounding communities. Therefore, we desire and pursue candidates who share those principles and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.
EEO Statement
SUNY Niagara does not discriminate and prohibits harassment or discrimination related to any protected category including creed, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, marital status, political or social affiliation, age, race, color, veteran status, military status, religion, sexual orientation, domestic violence status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression or perceived gender. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S343P
Open Date
06/24/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions Summary
Ongoing applications accepted; application deadline for Fall 2025 consideration is 7/28/2025.
SUNY Niagara considers only those applications that clearly demonstrate the applicant meets all required qualifications as indicated on the posting, please review the qualifications before applying. Persons meeting the required qualifications as stated above should submit the following:
• cover letter that addresses each of the qualifications
• resume
• unofficial transcripts
• names and contact information for three (3) current, work related references
Incomplete packets will be rejected for lack of information.