Tutors & Graders
Want to hone up on math skills and help others? If you are interested and did well in Calculus II or beyond, consider working as a homework grader or Math & Science Center tutor.
Homework Graders
The Mathematics and Computer Science Department has a steady need for homework graders to assist in introductory courses. See the department chair for more information. Applications are primarily taken in the spring for the following year.
Peer Student Tutors & Embedded Tutors (For Davidson Students)
The Math, Science & Economics Center employs tutors to specifically help with mathematics and computer science. Contact the MSC Director, Prof. Andrea Duhon (anduhon@davidson.edu or mathcs@davidson.edu), for further information. Embedded tutors student applications are accepted at the beginning of each semester.
Private Tutors for Community Members
Yes, we do have mathematics and computer science students available for tutoring. Please email your inquiry to mathcs@davidson.edu and a student(s) will reach out to you directly. Individual tutor rates may vary; an average rate of $30-$45/hour is usually appropriate for tutoring high school students. Our more experienced tutors' and faculty's hourly rates will be higher between $50-$75/hour. Acceptable payment is cash or payment app after each session – no checks or credit cards.
To start, please send a brief description of what you are looking for and include the following details:
- Start/End Dates
- Time Needed Per Week (weekly, 2x a week, 1 hour or 2 hours)
- Preferred Days
- Subject (Algebra, Calculus I, etc.)
- What school is your student attending
- Your contact information
Tutoring locations are up to the individual tutors. We HIGHLY recommend that our students use the on-campus common spaces such as Alvarez College Union, Hurt Hub, or nearby public spaces such as the Town of Davidson Public Library or Summit Coffee to meet with community members.