JMU Athletics Tutors 26/27 Academic Year - IE

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• Intercollegiate Athletics
• Student Employment
• Institutional Employment
• Opening on: Mar 23 2026
• Closing on: Aug 14 2026
• Intercollegiate Athletics
• 300030 - Student Athlete Services
  
  

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Working Title: JMU Athletics Tutors 26/27 Academic Year - IE

State Role Title: Institutional Employment/Federal Work Study

Position Type: Institutional Employment

Position Status: Part-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime

College/Division: Intercollegiate Athletics

Department: 300030 - Student Athlete Services

Pay Band: N/A

Pay Rate: Pay Range

Specify Range or Amount: $15.00 - $20.00/hour

Is this a JMU only position? N/A

Is this a grant-funded position? No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? N/A

Beginning Review Date: 04/06/2026

About JMU

Located in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA. With a population of just over 53,000, Harrisonburg is one of the most diverse communities in the Commonwealth of Virginia. JMU is a selective, public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and inclusive environment for students, faculty and staff. The student body includes approximately 20,000 undergraduate and 1,900 graduate students, with over 1,000 full-time instructional faculty.

General Information

The JMU Athletics Department is seeking Tutors to work in the office of Student Athlete Services for Fall/Spring 26/27. Tutors could be needed for all courses offered on campus, including, but not limited to:

ACTG 244

AMST 200

ANTH 195, 196

ART 200

ARTH 205, 206

ASTR 120, 121

BIO 103, 140, 150, 240, 270, 280, 290

BUS 160

CHEM 120, 131, 132, 241, 242, 361

CIS all courses

COB 191, 202, 204, 218, 291, 300

COB 241, 242, and upper-level

CS lower level

CSD 207, 208, 209, 300

ECON 200, 201, and upper-level

ENG 221, 222, 235, 236, 239, 247, 248, 260

ENGR 101

FIN 345, 360, and upper-level

FR 109, 231, 232, 300

GEOG 200

GEOL 102, 110, 115, 210, 211

HIST 101, 102, 150, 225

HTH 100, 210, 230, 231, 245, 255

HUM 200, 250, 251, 252

ISAT 113, 160, 151, 251

ISCI 101, 104, 171, 172

JUST 200, 210, 225

KIN 100, 201, 203, 302, 306

LAXC 252

MATH 103, 105, 155, 205, 231, 232, 235, and above

MATH 220

MATH 107, 108, 110, 111

MGT 305

MKTG 380

MUS 200

NUTR 280

PHIL 101, 120, 150

PHYS 121, 140, 150, 240, 250

POSC 200, 225

PPA 200

PSYC 101, 160, 210, 211

REL 101, 102

SCOM 121, 122, 123, 240, 241, 260, 280

SMAD 150, 201, 202, and upper-level

SOCI 110, 140, 200, and upper-level

SPAN 109, 231, 232, and upper-level

SRM all courses

THEA 210

WGSS 200

Duties And Responsibilities

Duties include: Meet with student-athlete(s) either virtually or in person for tutor sessions; assist student-athlete by explaining course content and offering study strategies and tips for appropriate tutorial support, complete a meeting report for each session within 24 hours of the session, complete a bi-monthly timesheet and tutor hour record report for each pay period. The amount of tutoring time per week is approx. 1-2 hours per assigned student-athlete, but is determined by the needs of the student-athlete (could be more or less).

Qualifications

Applicants must have:

Overall GPA of 3.0 or higher

B or higher in courses to be tutored

A letter of reference from a professor or former employer is required.

Must be knowledgeable, confident of ability to help, and have an understanding of the course content.

Must have excellent communication skills and a patient, caring attitude.

Ability to provide study assistance and assess needs and capabilities.

Must be willing to work flexible hours, including evenings and some weekends.

Must have respect for and be able to work with student-athletes from diverse educational and cultural backgrounds.

Must comply with NCAA, University Honor Code, and FERPA guidelines.

Additional Posting Information

The following documents are REQUIRED for the application to be complete:

• Copy of Unofficial Transcript
• List, including the professor's name, of courses you are willing and confident in your ability to tutor. A grade of B or higher is required (Other Document #1).
• Reference letter from a professor or former employer.
  
  

Conditions Of Employment

Students must be degree-seeking students, enrolled on at least a half-time basis (6 credits for undergraduate and 5 credits for graduate).

E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

EEO Statement

James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.

We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.

Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.

Reasonable Accommodation

If you are a student with a disability and need assistance please contact the Office of Disability Services at (540) 568-6705 or disability-svcs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the Office of Disability Services, located in the Student Success Center, Suite 1202 and they will be happy to assist you.