Upward Bound Tutor

Colorado Mesa; Grand Junction, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Colorado Mesa University, CMU Main Campus in Grand Junction, CO, is seeking an Upward Bound Tutor for the TRiO Upward Bound program. This part-time role runs Monday-Thursday 3-5 PM, supporting high school students at Central High School and Grand Junction High School.

You will provide homework help in math, English, social studies and science; build mentoring relationships and assist the Upward Bound Advisor with administrative tasks.

Qualifications

• Sophomore, junior, or senior status.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA with at least a B in tutoring subjects.
• Work study funding.
• Ability to work 3-5 PM Monday-Thursday during the high school academic year.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Tutor Upward Bound students daily, Monday-Thursday from 3-5 PM.
• Provide homework assistance and tutoring for high school subjects (math, English, social studies, science).
• Build supportive mentor relationships with Upward Bound participants and help them achieve academic goals.
• Assist the Upward Bound Advisor with administrative needs.

Skills

Tutoring

Mentoring

Spanish bilingual

Education

Sophomore/Junior/Senior status

Job description

## Upward Bound TutorApply: CMU Main Campus, Grand Junction, CO: Part time: Posted 14 Days Ago: JR100685**FLSA Status:**United States of America (Non-Exempt)**SECTION I - OUR VALUES CULTIVATE OUR VISION AND CULTURE**At CMU, we believe in acting from a foundation of goodwill. This belief gives us the courage to form meaningful relationships, embark on joint endeavors and take risks in the pursuit of new possibilities. It’s this courage that enables the Mavily to explore new ways of thinking and doing, knowing that there is no perfect solution, no perfect idea. From this place of humility and courage, we’ve built a culture of resilience. We invest in the future by continuously adapting to change, overcoming challenges, and seizing new opportunities. We recognize that change is constant, and our resilience allows us to embrace it with confidence. Endless curiosity drives us to approach the unexpected as if it were expected, seeing opportunities for discovery and renewal in every challenge. In this community rooted in love and dignity, curiosity thrives, leading to endless opportunities for growth and advancement. Inspired by the soul of the West—the spirit that our region embodies—we emerge as a force for positive change, harnessing our collective power to build a Human Scale University that reflects our values and brings to life our shared vision of the world we aspire to create. ***Colorado Mesa University Core Values*** **Love -**Extending oneself for nurturing the growth of self and others **Dignity -**Respecting the intrinsic value of each person and believing that others act from a foundation of goodwill **Courage -**Taking risks in the pursuit of new possibilities **Humility -**Suspending one’s ego and pride to recognize that no idea is perfect and being open to the input of others **Resiliency -**Investing in the future by adapting to changes, overcoming challenges and pursuing Opportunity **Curiosity -**Cultivating awe and exploring the unknown **Power -**The strength to act collaboratively with individual agency to achieve our goals**JOB DESCRIPTION**TRiO Upward Bound (UB) is a program that works with first-generation, income-eligible students at Central High School and Grand Junction High School to support their educational journey in high school and into college.**Tutors with the Upward Bound program will:*** Tutor Upward Bound students daily, Monday-Thursday from 3-5:00 PM* Provide homework assistance and tutoring for high school subjects including: math, English, social studies, and science* Build supportive relationships with Upward Bound participants by acting as a mentor and assisting students in achieving their academic and extracurricular goals* Assist the Upward Bound Advisor with administrative needs, dependent on the time of year**Minimum Qualifications:*** Sophomore, Junior, or Senior status* Earned a minimum 3.0 GPA, with at least a B in the subjects you are interested in tutoring* Work study funding* Ability to work 3-5 Monday-Thursday during the high school academic year**Preferred Qualifications:*** Bilingual in SpanishCompensation: $15.50/hour for entry-level; follow compensation recommendations for continuing employees*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.* **DISCLAIMER - This position description is only a summary of the typical functions of this seat, and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and areas of accountability.****HOW TO APPLY:**Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a:* Cover letter (Optional)* Resume