Temporary Academic Tutor - GEAR UP KCK

University of Kansas; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Kansas GEAR UP program hires KU students to work as academic mentors in Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools. Mentors provide before, during, and after school support to program participants, helping youth reach their academic goals.

Mentors will attend to individual learning needs, review key concepts, and assess progress while maintaining patience and rapport with students. The role includes timesheet submission and regular communication with Site Coordinator.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 60 credit hours in specific content area.
• Direct work experience with target population.
• Familiarity with target areas and community resources.

Responsibilities

• Attend to individual learning needs by assisting students in subject content preparations for class/tests.
• Review important concepts relevant to subject tutored.
• Assess learning progress and preparedness of students.
• Establish an environment of patience, encouragement, and rapport with students.
• Be punctual and consistent in attendance for tutoring sessions.
• Check in with GEAR UP Staff regularly for scheduling, information/assignments.
• Complete the Activity Log for each tutoring session and turn in as directed by the Site Coordinator.

Skills

Tutoring

Communication

Patience

Bilingual

Education

High school diploma or GED

60 credit hours in content area

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Position Overview

The University of Kansas GEARUP program hires colleges students to work as academic mentors in Kansas City Kansas Public Schools. Mentors/Tutors will provide before, during and after school support services with program participants. We look for KU students in a variety of majors who have a strong dedication to helping youth and a desire to make a difference.

Job Description

95%

• Attend to individual learning needs by assisting students in subject content preparations for class/tests.
• Review important concepts relevant to subject tutored.
• Assess learning progress and preparedness of students.
• Establish an environment of patience, encouragement, and rapport with students.
• Be punctual and consistent in attendance for tutoring sessions.
• Check in with GEARUP Staff regularly for scheduling, information/assignments.
• Complete the Activity Log for each tutoring session and turn in as directed by the Site Coordinator.

5%

• Complete online timesheets as directed by the Director weekly.
• Complete all necessary paperwork according to time frames allotted.
• Keep GEAR UP Staff informed of all problems or potential problems regarding tutoring.

5%

• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

1. High school diploma or GED
2. 60 credit hours in specific content area
3. Direct work experience with target population, as evidenced by application materials
4. Familiarity with target areas and community resources

Preferred Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in any STEM field, English related field or Education field
2. Experience with GEAR UP/TRIO Programs
3. Tutoring experienceELL background
4. Bilingual

Contact Information to Applicants

LaCretia Wooten
[e-mail]

Advertised Salary Range

$20-$25 per hour based on experience

Application Review Begins

Monday October 12, 2026

Anticipated Start Date

Monday November 9, 2026