Associate Tutor, TRIO Upward Bound

St. Louis Community College; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Louis Community College is seeking Associate Tutors to support TRIO Upward Bound high school students in college prep classes. You will assist teachers and students in classrooms, help complete assignments, and provide tutoring during sessions and summer programs.

The role requires an Associate’s Degree with a 3.0+ GPA in a related field and at least one year of tutoring experience, with flexible hours including Saturdays and evenings.

Qualifications

• An Associate’s Degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA in tutoring discipline or closely related field.
• At least one year of relevant tutoring experience.
• Ability to work flexible hours including Saturdays and evenings.

Responsibilities

• Assist high school students and teachers in subject areas taught.
• Help students complete assignments and supervise program activities.
• Provide individual and small group tutoring sessions to support concept mastery.
• Mentor students to foster independent learning and use effective study strategies.
• Assist students with instructional technology and participate in tutor training.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Education

Associate’s Degree

Job description

Position Summary

Associate Tutors are responsible for assisting TRIO Upward Bound high school students with the academic challenges they encounter while taking college preparatory classes. Associate Tutors will be responsible for assisting teachers and high school students in classroom learning. Associate Tutors are responsible for assisting students in completing assignments and other program activities. Associate Tutors support students during Saturday sessions and during the academic year and/or during the six-week summer program. Associate Tutors must be proficient in one of the following subject areas: English, math (algebra through pre-calculus), Science (biology, chemistry and/or physics), foreign language (Spanish, French, or Latin).

Primary Duties Performed

• Assists high school students and teachers in the subject area being taught.
• Responsible for assisting students in completing assignments and assisting with supervising participants during program activities.
• Provides individual and small group tutoring sessions in various academic disciplines to facilitate student mastery of concepts or applications of a specific course of study.
• May facilitate learning as a coach or mentor to assist students in becoming successful, independent learners.
• Integrates effective study and learning strategies to maximize student potential for academic progress.
• May assist students with the use of institutional and instructional technology.
• Assists with the development and delivery of tutor training.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Experience

• An Associate’s Degree and at least a 3.0 GPA in the desired or a closely related tutoring discipline, and at least one (1) year relevant experience.
• Ability to work flexible hours including Saturdays and evenings as needed. Hours may vary.

Working Conditions

• Flexible hours
• Shared, interactive learning environment.

Benefits

This position is not eligible for benefits.