TRiO College Mentor and Tutor

Northwest Tri-county Intermediate Unit 5 • Erie, PA

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About The Position

The TRiO College Mentor and Tutor provides academic tutoring and mentorship to middle and high school students enrolled in IU5’s Federal TRiO programs, Talent Search and Upward Bound Math and Science. These programs support low-income, first-generation college-bound students as they progress from middle school through postsecondary programs.

This is a temporary contracted position anticipated to end no later than August 31, 2027. The selected candidate will work an average of 10–15 hours per week and will be paid $15.45 per hour.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a local four-year college.
• Demonstrate knowledge and competence in the targeted subject matter.
• Work comfortably with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Have effective communication and organizational skills.
• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, and explain complex instructions in an easily understandable way.
• Work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Be flexible and able to tolerate many situations and personalities.

Nice To Haves

• Former TRiO participant or an individual with a similar background, such as being a low-income, first-generation college student.

Responsibilities

• Tutor middle and high school students in mathematics, English language arts and reading, and science.
• Follow a consistent tutoring schedule developed around program needs and the tutor’s regular availability.
• Maintain a log of student contacts and complete written records of tutoring services, including topics covered.
• Provide mentoring during the Penn State Behrend Summer Programs and Rising 9th Grade Camp, subject to availability.
• Attend field trips as a chaperone, subject to availability.
• Maintain student and departmental confidentiality.

What This Job Offers

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