Work Study Tutor and Mentor

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

The University of Utah's TRIO Upward Bound Program seeks tutors to support high school students (grades 9–12) in after-school tutoring, both on campus and at local high schools in Salt Lake and Granite districts.

Tutors work one-on-one, review homework, present monthly themes, and help students develop study habits. A high school diploma is required, and candidates must be able to travel between sites and commit about 15 hours weekly, including some Saturdays.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; must pass a Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) background check.
• Demonstrated communication skills and ability to engage with diverse students.
• Willingness to travel between high schools and campus for tutoring sessions.
• Preference given to candidates in STEM majors.

Responsibilities

• Meet students at high schools or on campus to review homework in the subject area.
• Review recent homework and tests, explain solutions and guide practice.
• Give short presentations on monthly themes and lead related activities.
• Use study aids to prepare for upcoming tests and quizzes.
• Complete a debrief form after tutoring to track progress.
• Assist with managing classroom space at schools and promote a supportive environment.
• Have reliable transportation to travel between sites.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Reliability

Transportation availability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Work Study Tutor and Mentor

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 between grades 9 and 12, within the Salt Lake and Granite School Districts. The TRIO Upward Bound Program helps both struggling and gifted students reach their full potential by supplementing the instruction they receive in class and guiding them toward study practices and aides that can help them excel. Tutors work with individual students one-on-one and occasionally organize group activities for students who are studying the same material. The TRIO Upward Bound team offers compassionate, motivating assistance to students, and tutors are expected to do the same.

Responsibilities

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

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills are required. The incumbent will be required to pass a Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) Background check. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

• Preference given to those in STEM majors.
• Must be a responsible individual with good interpersonal skills who enjoys working with students from diverse economic, social, and cultural backgrounds.
• Be willing to commit 15 hours per week (including some Saturday mornings).
• Have reliable transportation and be willing to transport students in University vehicles if necessary, take and pass state driving exam.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Ability to develop positive rapport with students.

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/205237