Work-Study Reading Tutor & Mentor

Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Utah Reads employees tutor elementary school students who are reading below grade level, working with children individually or in small groups. Tutors may also provide classroom help or assistance in after school programs.

Tutors are assigned to a specific site and work off-campus, with hours typically 8am-5pm or 2:30-5:30pm at Glendale CLC. Training and transportation are required and scheduling is flexible yet committed.

Qualifications

• Must be awarded Federal Work Study.
• Must be in good standing with the University of Utah, academically and in conduct.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Commitment to working with Utah Reads for at least one school year.
• Provide own transportation to and from assigned school sites.

Responsibilities

• Tutor elementary school students reading below grade level, individually or in small groups.
• Work with students at assigned sites (Edison Elementary, Liberty Elementary, Glendale-Mountain View CLC).
• Complete required trainings and orientation before beginning work.
• Attend site meetings as required and follow site rules and safety procedures.
• Commit to regular, consistent hours and off-campus tutoring duties.

Skills

Regular weekly scheduling

Commitment to 4 hours/week

Ability to work with children

Education

Has completed at least one year at the University of Utah by start date

Minimum 3.0 GPA

In good standing academically and in conduct

Job description

Utah Reads employees tutor elementary school students who are reading below grade level, working with children individually or in small groups. Tutors may also provide classroom help or assistance in after school programs.

Tutors are assigned to a specific site and work off-campus, with hours typically 8am-5pm or 2:30-5:30pm at Glendale CLC. Training and transportation are required and scheduling is flexible yet committed.