TRiO College Mentor & Tutor: Empower First-Gen Students

Northwest Tri-county Intermediate Unit 5; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Northwest Tri-county Intermediate Unit 5 seeks a TRiO College Mentor and Tutor to provide academic tutoring and mentorship for middle and high school students enrolled in Talent Search and Upward Bound Math and Science programs. The role supports low-income, first-generation students progressing from middle school through postsecondary education.

The position is temporary and contracted, averaging 10–15 hours per week, at $15.45 per hour, through August 31, 2027.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a local four-year college.
• Demonstrate knowledge and competence in the targeted subject matter.
• Work comfortably with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Tutor middle and high school students in mathematics, English language arts and reading, and science.
• Adhere to a consistent tutoring schedule developed based on needs of the program and the regular availability of the tutor.
• Maintain log of student contacts and complete written record of tutoring services provided, documenting topics covered.
• Provide mentoring during the Penn State Behrend Summer Programs and Rising 9th Grade Camp upon availability.
• Attend field trips as chaperone, upon availability.
• Maintain student and departmental confidentiality.

Skills

Subject matter knowledge

Communication skills

Diversity awareness

Organizational skills

Education

Currently enrolled in a local four-year college

Job description

Northwest Tri-county Intermediate Unit 5 seeks a TRiO College Mentor and Tutor to provide academic tutoring and mentorship for middle and high school students enrolled in Talent Search and Upward Bound Math and Science programs. The role supports low-income, first-generation students progressing from middle school through postsecondary education.

The position is temporary and contracted, averaging 10–15 hours per week, at $15.45 per hour, through August 31, 2027.