Mathematics Tutor for SI Leader Position

Description:

University Library and Student Support (UB) is tasked with providing library services, learning support, and student support services. Learning support includes promoting information literacy in education and offering an inspiring study environment for students. Student support encompasses assistance with academic writing, mathematics and statistics, study techniques, information searching, and reference management. Additionally, the department provides central academic advising, pedagogical support for students with permanent disabilities, and student health services. University Library and Student Support manages a Supplemental Instruction (SI) project at Mid Sweden University. Supplemental Instruction involves trained SI leaders conducting regular study sessions for students in specific courses. These sessions focus on developing effective study techniques, improving comprehension of course content, and building confidence before exams. UB staff train SI leaders, coordinate their work, and provide mentoring support. We are now seeking SI leaders for mathematics courses for a part-time position at UB. Duties We are looking for someone who wants to train as an SI leader and prepare and conduct study sessions on campus in Sundsvall in mathematics. As an SI leader, you will plan and conduct approximately one session per week lasting 1–2 hours for a group of 5–15 students, report attendance, and participate in mentoring meetings. The role also includes participating in development and evaluation activities. Qualifications You are enrolled in one of the civil engineering programs at Mid Sweden University and have completed all first-semester courses. You have strong subject knowledge in mathematics, are interested in pedagogy, and enjoy supporting other students in their learning. You are eager to develop your own leadership abilities. You will be employed as a tutor (amanuensis) and must meet the requirements described in Mid Sweden University's employment regulations. Eligible for employment as a tutor is anyone admitted to a program at the basic or advanced level. Personal Qualities To succeed in this role, we see that you are relationship-building, proactive, and independent. You have strong collaboration skills, communicate thoughtfully, and work constructively with others. Furthermore, you are organized, structured, and have the ability to plan and prioritize your work efficiently. Great emphasis will be placed on personal qualities. Processing Processing of the employment follows the procedures outlined in Chapter 5 of the Higher Education Ordinance and proceeds in accordance with Mid Sweden University's employment regulations. Employment and Start Date The position comprises 7.5–20% of full-time from September 1, 2026, or by agreement. The assignment runs during study period 1 but may be extended by agreement, up to January 31, 2027. The employment may be renewed in accordance with Chapter 5, Section 12 of the Higher Education Ordinance (1993:100). Number of Positions: 1–4 Employment Location: Sundsvall Information For more information, contact Johanna Wolf-Watz, 010 - 142 80 53, [email protected] or Mikael Reberg, 010 - 142 84 77, [email protected]. Application Tell us about yourself and why you want to work as an SI leader. Attach a CV or list of qualifications. Please submit your application through our recruitment system by June 25, 2026. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. Mid Sweden University, with campuses in both Sundsvall and Östersund, is an educational institution with close connections to students, colleagues, and the surrounding community. At the same time, we are located near sea, forest, and mountains, which creates conditions for a fantastic quality of life. Here new knowledge is created through internationally successful research and education that contributes to societal development. In this way, we contribute to a sustainable future and a better world. As an employee at Mid Sweden University, you should be able to balance work with leisure and have good life balance. We offer, among other things, flexible working hours, support for fitness activities, salary supplementation during parental leave and sick leave. You also receive generous vacation days. Mid Sweden University actively works for equal conditions and strives to utilize the qualities that diversity and equality bring to our operations. Salary is set in accordance with central collective agreements RALS/RALS-T. Your personal data is processed and stored according to the data protection regulation. We welcome questions from those interested in working with us but decline inquiries from those selling ads and recruitment services.

Overview

Type

job

Status

active

Visibility

public

City

Sundsvall

Address

Holmgatan 10

GPS

62.3857804, 17.3294368copyopen in

Email

[email protected]

Phone

010-1428594

Views

8

Published

8. 6. 2026

Edited

22. 6. 2026

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