Join GUTS as a Volunteer or Paid Tutor
Are you interested in a position that not only helps fellow students, but contributes to your own growth and professional success? If so, consider applying to be a volunteer or paid tutor with GUTS!
Volunteer Tutoring
Applications for volunteer tutor positions open Wednesday, August 27. The application form will be available on this webpage, so please check back here to apply.
GUTS provides volunteer opportunities to those interested in small group academic and Conversational English tutoring.
- Volunteer tutors make a semester-long commitment of 2-4 hours per week, divided between actively tutoring, preparing for sessions, and communication with instructors and GUTS staff.
- Applying is not a guarantee of a position as volunteer tutors are selected based on student demand and program needs. We encourage you to apply and will reach out if there’s a good match!
Small Group Academic Tutors
Volunteer tutors are eligible to support the following courses:
- Anatomy & Physiology 335 & 337
- Biology 101
- Chemistry 103, 104, 343 & 345
- Psychology 202
Conversational English Tutors
Volunteer tutors who are native or fluent English speakers are eligible to facilitate Conversational English groups.
Paid Tutoring
Paid academic tutor applications are currently closed.
GUTS hires paid tutors a semester in advance. For fall tutoring positions, we start hiring in March or April. For spring positions, we begin hiring in October or November.
All GUTS tutoring positions are posted on the Student Jobs platform, so be sure to check there for the latest opportunities during the hiring periods.
Interested in tutoring with another learning center?
UW-Madison has over 15 learning centers that hire undergraduate and graduate students to serve as tutors. Visit our central Learning Support at UW-Madison website to view a list of all the learning centers on campus and reach out directly if you are interested in a tutor position with one of the centers.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why might I choose a volunteer tutor position versus a paid tutor position?
Both paid and volunteer tutoring opportunities are a great way to get involved on campus at UW-Madison and get great benefits!
Volunteer tutoring offers flexible hours and fewer commitments than paid tutoring. Becoming a volunteer demonstrates commitment and community involvement, which are valuable for your resume and future goals!
Becoming a paid tutor requires a solid time commitment and more hours than volunteering. It is also a valuable part-time job for college students and looks great on resumes.
What are the benefits of being a tutor?
There are many benefits to tutoring, including:
- Improved communication and interpersonal skills
- Increased learning and course knowledge
- Relevant experience for your resume and job, graduate school, law/medical school applications
- Opportunity to meet other students and connect with UW-Madison staff
- Building relationships with course instructors
Who can be a tutor?
All UW-Madison students who are currently enrolled in classes and in good academic standing with the institution are eligible to tutor. See below for each programs specific requirements.
- Small Group & Drop-in Tutoring
- All academic tutors need to have completed the course, or an equivalent course, and have earned a B or better as a final grade. In addition, all tutors need to have a minimum of a 3.25 overall GPA.
- Conversational English
- Conversational English tutors need to be a native, fluent, or advanced English speaker.
I’m interested in being a tutor, but have questions. Who should I contact?
Please reach out to Caitlin Farrell Haven, the Assistant Director for Learning Support, at caitlin.farrellhaven@wisc.edu.