TRIO Upward Bound Student Tutor

OSU Rec Sports - Sport. Leadership. Wellness. • Corvallis, OR

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time tutor position (maximum of 10 hours per week) for the OSU Upward Bound Program, serving six target schools. Tutors will work individually and with small groups of high school students to assist them with their studies in Math, Science, and English/Writing. The goal is to help students better understand course material, prepare for assignments and exams, and develop effective study strategies. Tutors will also serve as mentors, encouraging academic achievement and personal growth, and preparing students for postsecondary education. Communication with program staff regarding student progress and participation is essential. Tutors may also assist with and chaperone program events, study sessions, and orientations.

Requirements

• Academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study.
• Meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment.
• Meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard (High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program; Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term; Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term; Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term; Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term).
• Must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified.
• Incumbents are required to self-report convictions.
• OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

Nice To Haves

• Federal Work-Study eligibility is preferred.
• Previous experience tutoring, mentoring, coaching, teaching, or supporting high school or college students in an academic or educational setting, whether paid or unpaid.
• Current or prior participation in, employment with, or involvement in TRIO programs (e.g., Upward Bound, Talent Search, Student Support Services), CAMP, EOP, LSAMP, or other college access and student support programs.
• Demonstrated interest in supporting students’ academic achievement, personal development, college readiness, and pursuit of postsecondary education.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organization, and teamwork skills, with the ability to establish positive and supportive relationships with students.
• Ability to work in two or more academic fields (Math, Science, English/Writing).

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group tutoring to TRIO Upward Bound students in designated academic areas and during scheduled tutoring sessions.
• Serve as an academic resource by assisting students with understanding course concepts, applying academic skills, completing assignments, and developing effective study and learning strategies.
• Establish positive and supportive relationships with Upward Bound students and serve as a mentor and positive role model by encouraging academic achievement, personal growth, and preparation for postsecondary education.
• Communicate with Upward Bound program staff regarding student participation, academic progress, challenges, and opportunities for additional support.
• Assist with and/or chaperone Upward Bound educational activities, field trips, campus visits, and other program events as assigned.
• Assist with quarterly study sessions, student orientations, parent/family orientations, and other program activities designed to support student engagement and academic success.
• Perform other related duties as assigned in support of TRIO Upward Bound program goals and objectives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed