High School STEM Tutor

Japanese Community Yout•San Francisco, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

JCYC Upward Bound is seeking a STEM Tutor to work with students at their high school sites during and after school. The tutor will provide support in academic subjects such as math, science, and English. This role involves working closely with Educational Advisors to foster a nurturing learning environment and to set and track goals for students' academic growth. The Upward Bound program is a year-round, pre-college TRIO program funded by the U.S. Department of Education, serving San Francisco public high school students from low-income families and/or those who will be the first generation in their families to attend college. Participants receive one-on-one advising, academic instruction, and experiences to enhance college readiness and life skills.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or current undergraduate student working towards a Bachelor's degree
Experience tutoring or working with youth from low-income and/or first-generation backgrounds
High comfort level with Physics and high school math content (Algebra I to Calculus)

Nice To Haves

Chemistry knowledge is a huge plus
Fluency in Spanish, Mandarin and/or Cantonese is another huge plus

Responsibilities

Work with students individually and in small groups to complete assignments and build study skills
Work with Educational Advisors to assess students’ academic needs and track student progress
Communicate effectively with students and high school staff from different backgrounds to help foster an inclusive and positive learning environment
Support program’s effort to cultivate a college-going mindset for students
Be punctual, organized, and flexible
Perform other related tasks as assigned by Educational Advisors or Associate Director