High School Tutor & Mentor: Help Students Succeed

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 10,920 - 13,200; Part time

Job summary

The TRIO Upward Bound Program at the University of Utah is seeking talented, experienced Tutors to assist in the delivery of an after‑school tutoring program to high school students in grades 9–12, in the Salt Lake City area. Tutors work one‑on‑one with students at schools and on campus to help them develop effective study habits and succeed academically.

Responsibilities include meeting students at high schools and campus, reviewing homework and tests, and delivering short presentations on

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalency; one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience.
• Must pass Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) Background check.
• Able to perform essential functions of the job as described in the position description.

Responsibilities

• Meet students at high school and on campus to review homework assignments.
• Review recent homework and test scores, then work through problems the student did not answer correctly.
• Give short presentations on monthly themes, lead activities related to the theme, and lead discussions with students on the theme.
• Employ proven study aids to prepare for upcoming tests and quizzes.
• Complete a short debrief form after 1-1 tutoring to track progress.
• Assist with management of classroom space at high schools.
• Promote a supportive environment for all students and represent the TRIO office.
• Candidate needs transportation to/from high schools.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The TRIO Upward Bound Program at the University of Utah is seeking talented, experienced Tutors to assist in the delivery of an after‑school tutoring program to high school students in grades 9–12, in the Salt Lake City area. Tutors work one‑on‑one with students at schools and on campus to help them develop effective study habits and succeed academically.

Responsibilities include meeting students at high schools and campus, reviewing homework and tests, and delivering short presentations on